The WNBA celebrates its 30th season, and the offseason wasted no time delivering some of the most exciting movement the league has seen in years.
From Angel Reese landing with the Atlanta Dream, to Azzi Fudd going No. 1 overall and reuniting with former UConn Huskies teammate Paige Bueckers in Dallas, and the Chicago Sky loading up with talent like Rickea Jackson and veteran Skylar Diggins — the league is buzzing with energy.
Still, the biggest splash came when All-Star Satou Sabally joined the Liberty, a move that has vaulted New York to the top of the championship odds heading into the new season.
Let's take an early look at 2026 WNBA odds for which other squads are favored to hoist the trophy next.
🏆 2026 WNBA title odds favorites
| Team |  |
|---|---|
 New York Liberty |
+220 |
 Las Vegas Aces |
+425 |
 Indiana Fever |
+450 |
 Atlanta Dream |
+600 |
 Minnesota Lynx |
+850 |
 LA Sparks |
+1500 |
 Phoenix Mercury |
+2500 |
 Dallas Wings |
+3000 |
 Golden State Valkyries |
+4000 |
 Chicago Sky |
+8000 |
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New York Liberty (+220)
The New York Liberty are absolutely stacked. With Chris DeMarco stepping in for his first season as head coach, the front office has wasted no time making high-level moves.
Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones headline a returning core, but New York didn’t stop there. After Nyara Sabally was dealt to the Toronto Tempo, the Liberty quickly pivoted, bringing in her sister Satou to keep that impact in the fold.
They’ve also focused on strengthening their depth, bringing back a familiar face in Rebecca Allen and adding undrafted rookie Pauline Astier on one-year deals. The Liberty are rolling, and every move has reinforced their status as a serious title contender once again.
Las Vegas Aces (+425)
The Las Vegas Aces are firmly back in championship contention after securing their core in free agency, with A'ja Wilson, Jackie Young, and Chelsea Gray all returning to lead another title push.
With elite chemistry, proven postseason experience, and one of the most balanced rosters in the league, Las Vegas has the foundation to make another deep run and reclaim the WNBA crown in 2026.
Indiana Fever (+450)
The Indiana Fever enter 2026 with legitimate championship upside, led by a fully healthy Caitlin Clark orchestrating the offense at an elite level.
With Kelsey Mitchell locked in as a key scoring partner and much of their core intact, Indiana brings continuity, firepower, and growing chemistry into the season.
If that group takes another step defensively, the Fever have all the pieces to make a serious run at the WNBA title.
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Aisha's 2026 WNBA Championship Prediction
The Minnesota Lynx are poised to finally break through and capture their first title in nearly a decade. This is a group that has consistently pushed contenders to the brink but hasn’t been able to finish the job — until now. With a fiery leader in Napheesa Collier setting the tone, their ceiling rises even higher when she’s fully healthy.
Collier & Co. are fueled by those past near-misses, turning frustration into motivation as they chase what’s long overdue. This feels like the year Minnesota puts it all together, finishing the job and standing alone at the top when the season comes to a close.
📈 WNBA championship odds over time
Here's a visual representation of how the WNBA championship has odds evolved since the offseason.
WNBA opening odds
- Minnesota Lynx +300
- Indiana Fever +350
- Las Vegas Aces +360
- New York Liberty +500
- Phoenix Mercury +1000
- Atlanta Dream +2000
- Seattle Storm +2200
- Golden State Valkyries +3500
- Los Angeles Sparks +4600
- Washington Mystics +4700
- Dallas Wings +5000
- Chicago Sky +15000
- Toronto Tempo +20000
- Connecticut Sun +25000
- Portland Fire +25000
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Understanding WNBA championship odds
Sportsbooks will post odds for the WNBA Finals shortly after the previous season's conclusion. These odds are constantly adjusted throughout the offseason as players switch teams or are injured. Once the regular season begins (May), title odds will change daily as teams win and lose games and more roster changes occur. Sportsbooks will also adjust the WNBA odds based on handle and liability to certain teams.
WNBA Championship odds will usually look like this:
- New York Liberty +300
This means that on a $100 bet, you'll stand to profit $300 if the Liberty win the WNBA title. If it's close to the end of the season and the WNBA has a particularly dominant team, you might see a minus sign (-) ahead of its odds.
- Las Vegas Aces -380
This means you have to bet $380 to win $100 on an Aces championship.
Above we have posted the American odds for the WNBA championship. However, these are easy to convert to decimal odds or fractional odds with our odds converter tool. And don't forget to check out our WNBA forum if you're interested in chatting with other basketball bettors about WNBA odds.
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Past WNBA Finals winners
| Season | WNBA Finals winner | Opening Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 |  Las Vegas Aces |
+275 |
| 2024 |  New York Liberty |
+225 |
| 2023 | Las Vegas Aces |
+120 |
| 2022 | Las Vegas Aces |
+350 |
| 2021 |  Chicago Sky |
+1000 |
| 2020 |  Seattle Storm |
+450 |
| 2019 |  Washington Mystics |
+320 |
| 2018 | Seattle Storm |
+2500 |
| 2017 |  Minnesota Lynx |
+275 |
| 2016 |  Los Angeles Sparks |
+1500 |
| 2015 | Minnesota Lynx |
+160 |
Odds courtesy of Sports Odds History.
Teams with the most WNBA Championships
Minnesota, Houston, and Seattle are tied atop the all-time WNBA Championship tally with four apiece, while three more teams follow closely with three each.
Despite their early dominance, the Comets folded during the 2008 recession and were disbanded when the league was unable to find new ownership.
| Team | WNBA Championships | WNBA Finals appearances |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx | 4 | 6 |
| Houston Comets | 4 | 4 |
| Seattle Storm | 4 | 4 |
| Los Angeles Sparks | 3 | 5 |
| Detroit Shock (Dallas Wings) | 3 | 4 |
| Phoenix Mercury | 3 | 5 |
| Las Vegas Aces | 3 | 4 |
| Houston Comets | 4 | 4 |
| Seattle Storm | 4 | 4 |
| Los Angeles Sparks | 3 | 5 |
| Detroit Shock (Dallas Wings) | 3 | 4 |
| Phoenix Mercury | 3 | 5 |
| Las Vegas Aces | 3 | 4 |
WNBA Championship odds trends
Here are some trends to keep in mind when betting on WNBA championship futures:
- The No. 1 overall seed has gone on to win the title in eight of the past 10 seasons.
- The Houston Comets, Seattle Storm, and Minnesota Lynx are tied for most all-time WNBA Championships with four apiece.
- The Aces' 2023 win was the first time a team had repeated as WNBA champs since the Los Angeles Sparks in 2002.
WNBA Championship Odds FAQ
The Las Vegas Aces won the 2025 WNBA championship.
The 2026 WNBA Playoffs begin on September 27 and the WNBA Finals are expected to occur in early to mid-October.
The Houston Comets, Minnesota Lynx and Seattle Storm have all won four titles, most all-time.
