The WNBA is set to expand to 18 teams by 2030, with new franchises in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia, in addition to previously announced teams in Portland and Toronto. This marks the league's first expansion since 2008, driven by increased interest in women's sports and the rise of talents like Caitlin Clark. Commissioner Cathy Engelbert describes this move as a transformational investment in women's sports. The league also seeks to finalize a new collective bargaining agreement with players, reflecting its evolving dynamic in the sports landscape.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert emphasized that this expansion is not just about adding teams but represents a transformational investment in the future of women's sports.
With the dramatic growth in the popularity of women's sports, particularly women's basketball, the WNBA is strategically expanding to meet the rising demand.
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