6 WNBA teams that can actually win the championship, ranked
The WNBA only has a handful of games left in the regular season, but the league is about to take a 2.5 week break for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup before the playoffs start on September 27. We already know all eight teams who will be in the playoffs, but seeding is still very […]
6. Atlanta Dream
The Atlanta Dream excel at generating extra possessions, thanks to the exceptional rebounding of Angel Reese. Reese has the best year of her career in her third season. However, their shooting from the rim ranks poorly compared to the league average. While the Dream hold No. 4 defensive efficiency and generate many steals, their offensive efficiency is only No. 10.
The halfcourt offense is their main weakness, but with the return of Brionna Jones from injury, their performance may improve. The Dream could potentially win a series or two, but winning the championship remains uncertain.
5. New York Liberty
Led by the legendary Breanna Stewart, the New York Liberty have a strong upper echelon of star power. However, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones have both experienced a decline in performance this year. Despite this, the Liberty's key players - Stewart, Ionescu, and Jones - will need to carry the team to the championship. The bench has been bolstered by the return of Leonie Fiebich, who offers strong two-way skills. The team's depth has been shaky and may need a final piece to make a deep playoff run.
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