Athlon Sports 2025 WNBA Preview Magazine Available Now
Interest in the WNBA is at an all-time high, and Athlon Sports meets the demand with its 2025 WNBA season preview magazine.
Athlon taps several of the top women's basketball writers in the business to dig into what the coming year will look like in the W.
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Jackie Powell examines the dynamic and perceived rivalry between second-year phenoms Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese, and she also writes about the first-year Golden State Valkyries and the league's expansion boom. Howard Megdal introduces us to a highly anticipated rookie class headlined by Paige Bueckers.
Scott Agness recaps how Clark spent her first offseason after winning Rookie of the Year honors. Marc Stein dissects the looming collective bargaining situation and whether it could lead to a work stoppage after the '25 season. Plus, bold predictions and in-depth previews for all 13 teams.
Finally, Jannelle Moore pens our back page retirement tribute to the league's all-time scoring leader, the great Diana Taurasi.
Order your copy of Athlon Sports' 2025 WNBA Preview magazine online today, or pick up a copy at retail racks and newsstands nationwide. You won't be disappointed.
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