WNBA 2025 Final Power Rankings: A New No. 1 Emerges

As the 2025 WNBA regular season draws to a close, the Las Vegas Aces have surged to the top of ESPN's final Power Rankings, dethroning the Minnesota Lynx who had held the spot for most of the season. The Aces' remarkable 14-game winning streak has made them the hottest team in the league, setting the stage for an electrifying postseason.

Key Highlights:

1. Las Vegas Aces (28-14)

   • Previous ranking: 2
   • Final three days: vs. CHI (Sept. 9), @ LA (Sept. 11)
   • The Aces' dramatic turnaround, led by Jewell Loyd coming off the bench, has been one of the most impressive stories of the season.

2. Minnesota Lynx (33-9)

   • Previous ranking: 1
   • Final three days: @ IND (Sept. 9), vs. GS (Sept. 11)
   • Despite a recent dip in form, the Lynx remain the championship favorites, thanks to their consistency and home-court advantage.

3. Atlanta Dream (29-14)

   • Previous ranking: 3
   • Final three days: @ CON (Sept. 10)
   • The Dream have transformed into a contender under new coach Karl Smesko, with veteran guard Allisha Gray leading the charge.

4. Phoenix Mercury (27-15)

   • Previous ranking: 4
   • Final three days: vs. LA (Sept. 9), @ DAL (Sept. 11)
   • Despite a revamped roster post-Diana Taurasi and Brittney Griner, the Mercury have secured a top-four seed.

5. Golden State Valkyries (23-19)

   • Previous ranking: 6
   • Final three days: @ SEA (Sept. 9), @ MIN (Sept. 11)
   • The Valkyries have clinched a playoff spot in their inaugural season, with Natalie Nakase and Veronica Burton standing out.

6. New York Liberty (25-17)

   • Previous ranking: 5
   • Final three days: vs. WAS (Sept. 9), @ CHI (Sept. 11)
   • Injuries have plagued the defending champions, but they remain a threat if healthy for the playoffs.

7. Indiana Fever (23-20)

   • Previous ranking: 7
   • Final three days: vs. MIN (Sept. 9)
   • Despite Caitlin Clark's season-ending injury, the Fever have shown resilience and secured a playoff berth.

8. Seattle Storm (22-21)

   • Previous ranking: 8
   • Final three days: vs. GS (Sept. 9)
   • The Storm's late-season surge has kept their playoff hopes alive, despite struggles at home.

9. Los Angeles Sparks (20-22)

   • Previous ranking: 9
   • Final three days: @ PHX (Sept. 9), vs. LV (Sept. 11)
   • The Sparks' playoff hopes hinge on their final games, with Cameron Brink making a defensive impact.

10. Connecticut Sun (11-32)

    • Previous ranking: 10
    • Final three days: vs. ATL (Sept. 10)
    • Despite a tough season, the Sun have shown promise with their young core.

11. Washington Mystics (16-27)

    • Previous ranking: 11
    • Final three days: @ NY (Sept. 9)
    • The Mystics are in rebuilding mode, with rookies Sonia Citron and Kiki Iriafen providing hope for the future.

12. Chicago Sky (10-32)

    • Previous ranking: 12
    • Final three days: @ LV (Sept. 9), vs. NY (Sept. 11)
    • The Sky's season has been marred by off-court drama, but they look to rebuild for 2026.

13. Dallas Wings (9-34)

    • Previous ranking: 13
    • Final three days: vs. PHX (Sept. 11)
    • The Wings' season has been a struggle, but Paige Bueckers shines as a Rookie of the Year candidate.

As the playoffs approach, the WNBA landscape is set for an intense battle, with the Las Vegas Aces and Minnesota Lynx leading the charge. Stay tuned for what promises to be an unforgettable postseason.