The 2023 WNBA season is set to begin on Friday night with a four-game schedule. The highlight of the evening will be Brittney Griner’s return to the league with the Phoenix Mercury as they face off against the Los Angeles Sparks on ESPN at 11 p.m. ET.
This season features two superteams: the defending champions Las Vegas Aces and the New York Liberty. In the offseason, the Liberty acquired Jonquel Jones, Brianna Stewart, and Courtney Vanderthrut, adding to their already talented roster.
The rookie class also promises to be exciting, led by the Indiana Fever’s No. 1 overall pick Arya Boston. This group of young players will have the chance to make a mark in the league.
If you’re looking to catch the WNBA action, the Connecticut Sun will take on the Indiana Fever, the Washington Mystics will face the New York Liberty, the Chicago Sky will go against the Minnesota Lynx, and finally, the Los Angeles Sparks will take on the Phoenix Mercury.
The WNBA continues to prioritize storytelling, and the league’s roster limit and tight salary cap issues remain a topic of investigation. This season will undoubtedly bring excitement and fierce competition, and fans eagerly anticipate the return of Brittney Griner to the league.