While the top-tier WNBA title contenders defended their positions in the season openers, one team shot up the rankings with an impressive first pair of games.

After another long but entertaining winter, a new WNBA season has arrived. Opening night for the 2025 campaign is set for Friday and will commence a five-month sprint to crown a new champion.  Teams will play a record 44 regular season games this season,

Liberty and Lynx don't miss a beat during opening weekend, while Mercury and Mystics look better than expected.