The WNBA 2026 postseason is set to begin Sunday, with outlets publishing predictions that position Minnesota’s Lynx as the team most likely to win the championship. Multiple writers frame the Lynx as the clear frontrunner, while also identifying other contenders—particularly the Las Vegas Aces—who could challenge for the title.
The previews are also placed in a broader league context. The Guardian notes the end of the current commissionership era as Cathy Engelbert has announced she will step down at the end of 2026, describing the season as reflecting both progress and controversy during her tenure. Alongside that, outlets look ahead to standout players and possible “dark horse” teams, though the specific roster and matchup projections vary by writer and outlet. Overall, the coverage converges on the idea of a dominant Lynx core, with the Aces and a small group of other teams viewed as realistic paths to disrupting Minnesota’s momentum once playoffs begin.
