WNBA Expands Schedule to 50 Games for Upcoming Season

The WNBA completed a 44‑game schedule this year and is now set to expand to a 50‑game regular season for the next campaign. League officials say the longer calendar will boost competition, provide more content for fans, and create additional revenue opportunities.

Teams will need to manage player workloads carefully to avoid fatigue. The change reflects the league’s growing popularity and its ambition to reach new markets.