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The WNBA has concluded its landmark 30th season with unprecedented growth in both viewership and attendance, marking the most successful year in the league’s history. This milestone season saw the league shatter previous records, drawing significant national attention and fan engagement.
Across national television networks, the league attracted over 90 million viewers, a figure that underscores the growing popularity of women’s professional basketball. Notably, 51 broadcasts averaged at least 1 million viewers, a substantial increase from just 19 such telecasts in 2025. The season also featured the most-watched first-round playoff games ever recorded in the league’s history.
Attendance Soars to New Heights
The enthusiasm extended beyond the screens, as the WNBA welcomed a record-breaking 3.8 million fans in attendance over the course of the season. This translated to an average of 11,474 spectators per game, representing a 21% increase over the previous highest average. Among these crowds, there were 212 sellout games, with Toronto leading the charge by setting a single-game attendance peak of 20,996 fans in Montréal.
On the court, the season was equally remarkable. Angel Reese of Atlanta distinguished herself by setting new season highs in double-doubles, achieving 32, and pulling down 521 rebounds. Meanwhile, Kelsey Mitchell from Indiana rewrote the scoring record books by amassing an unprecedented 1,086 points in a single season.
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