WNBA

2024 - 10 - 11

Boston Dreams of WNBA: More Like a Mirage?!

Bridget Carleton - Cathy Engelbert - Game 1 WNBA Finals - Minnesota Lynx - New York Liberty - Playoff Format Changes - WNBA Expansion

Will Boston ever see a WNBA team? A Mohegan executive says ‘no’ while the Minnesota Lynx defy odds in Game 1 of the Finals!

As the WNBA continues its expansion journey, there are whispers of new cities being courted to join the vibrant league. However, one notable name on the list of unlikely candidates is Boston. Mohegan Sun executive Ray Pineault threw cold water on hopeful fans by firmly stating that a franchise won’t be coming to Bean Town anytime soon. While Bostonians dream of slam dunks on their home turf, it seems they may need to stick to watching their beloved Celtics for now!

On the court, the Minnesota Lynx are making headlines for entirely different reasons. The team pulled off a jaw-dropping comeback in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the New York Liberty, managing to overturn an 18-point deficit to snatch victory from the jaws of defeat. Under the leadership of coach Cheryl Reeve, the Lynx have shown resilience and prowess, proving that no deficit is too big to overcome. With WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announcing that the finals will adopt a best-of-seven format next season, there's even more excitement in store for fans.

But that’s not all. The WNBA is shaking things up even further by implementing additional changes to the playoff format and regular season scheduling, set to take effect in 2025. These changes include extending the regular season by four games—a proposal that’s bound to bring more basketball thrills to fans throughout the year. As the league grows, embracing new formats and strategies will be crucial for captivating a wider audience and ensuring that viewers stick around for every nail-biting moment.

Lastly, if you think that the excitement stops with the Lynx, think again! The league's attendance is on an upward trajectory, and the All-Star games are drawing impressive viewership, making the WNBA an essential part of the sporting landscape. Did you know that the highest comeback in WNBA Finals history before this season was a 16-point comeback? With playoff hopes hanging high for many teams, the 2024 WNBA Finals has set the stage for what could be more record-breaking moments and thrilling basketball action!

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Could the WNBA expand to Boston? A Mohegan executive says no ... (Boston.com)

As the WNBA expands, don't expect a franchise to come to Boston — at least not if Ray Pineault has anything to say about it.

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Bridget Carleton, Minnesota Lynx win wild Game 1 in WNBA Finals (Chatham Daily News)

Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve has seen a lot in her incredible career that has included four WNBA championships.

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Minnesota Lynx win wild Game 1 of the WNBA Finals (Toronto Star)

NEW YORK (AP) — On a night that WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced the Finals would go to a best-of-seven format next season, ...

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WNBA announces 3 huge postseason, regular season changes (High Post Hoops)

For now, the WNBA season is set to implement a 44 game regular season beginning in 2025. The change represents a four game increase. It would not be surprising ...

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WNBA to expand Finals to 7-game series next season (Spectrum News)

The league currently has a best-of-five semifinals and finals in its playoffs with a best-of-three first round.

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WNBA Plans Playoff Shake-Up, Reveals List of Expansion Targets (Front Office Sports)

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced crucial changes to the league's playoff format at a press conference Thursday before Game 1 of the 2024 Finals.

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What are the largest comebacks in WNBA Finals history? (WLS-TV)

Game 1 of the 2024 WNBA Finals saw one of the biggest comebacks in the history of the championship series. See which other teams are on the list.

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Where to watch Lynx vs. Liberty: Live stream WNBA Finals Game 2 (Business Insider)

The WNBA Finals are underway, and we'll show you where to watch the Minnesota Lynx vs. New York Liberty at home.

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WNBA Finals 2024: Minnesota Lynx stuns New York Liberty in ... (Olympics)

The Lynx overturned an 18-point deficit to steal Game 1 in New York. The next game in the best-of-five series takes place in New York on Sunday 14 October.

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WNBA Announces Changes to Regular Season Schedule, Playoff ... (Sports Illustrated)

WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced that changes are coming to the regular season schedule and playoff format beginning in 2025.

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11 electric WNBA Finals photos from Game 1's improbable Lynx win (For The Win)

The Liberty were up big ― as high as 18 points ― and had firm control of the matchup. Every time the Minnesota Lynx got close to breaking the game wide open, ...

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WNBA to expand Finals to 7-game series next season (WRTV Indianapolis)

The league currently has a best-of-five semifinals and finals in its playoffs with a best-of-three first round.

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WNBA to expand Finals to 7 games, add to regular season next year (CNBC)

The WNBA is changing its Finals series to seven games and adding four games to its regular season next year. WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert announced the ...

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WNBA Finals: Liberty Stunned as Lynx Mount Comeback to Take ... (Brooklyn Reader)

The NY Liberty made their second straight trip to the WNBA Finals, which opened at Barclays Center on Thursday night against the Minnesota Lynx.

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WNBA announces new 2025 playoff format, capitalizing on historic ... (Fox News)

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are on a 6-1 run, with Clark seemingly running away with the Rookie of the Year award. Colin Cowherd and Nick Wright ask ...

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WNBA expands Finals amid surge in popularity (SportBusiness)

The WNBA has announced plans to expand its end-of-season playoffs on the back of a hugely successful 2024 campaign driven by the emergence of superstar ...

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Carleton aiming for WNBA title (Chatham-Kent Sports Network)

Chatham's Bridget Carleton is two games away from a WNBA title. Her Minnesota Lynx team won an exciting 95-93 overtime Game 1 on Thursday night over the New ...

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How To Watch Game 2 of the 2024 WNBA Playoff Finals Minnesota ... (MinnesotaLynx.com)

What time does Lynx at Liberty start? Date: Sunday, October 13thTip Off: 2:00 PM CTWhere: Barclays Center What channel is Lynx at Liberty on?

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Girls shoot hoops at Jr. WNBA basketball clinic in Brooklyn (Spectrum News NY1)

Organizers say their goal is to continue to empower girls and women through sports.

WNBA announces new 2025 playoff format, capitalizing on historic ... (1330 WFIN)

The WNBA is expanding the regular season and moving to a seven-game series format for the Finals in 2025, in a move that will capitalize on the numerous ...

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The Liberty confident in WNBA Finals response after historic Game 1 ... (New York Post)

The Liberty have two days between games to somehow regroup and recover from the calamity of Thursday's meltdown loss to the Minnesota Lynx in the opener of ...

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