An eventful and significant summer gives way to what WNBA fans have long been awaiting. The 2025 playoffs are packed in with narrative intrigue. Expanded fandom and broadcast slots should put some fresh eyes on this bracket, and those lacking in outstanding allegiances just might find their new favorites to roll with this year.

We’re only touching the surface here, but below are reasons to cheer for each of the eight teams competing for the W’s title.

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Reason to root for them: They’re on a redemption tour in search of sweet revenge.