description WNBA Finals Overview
The WNBA Finals is the annual championship series of the Women's National Basketball Association, contested since the league's inaugural 1997 season. The best-of-five series determines the league champion, matching the top remaining teams from the WNBA playoffs. The winning team receives the WNBA Championship trophy. The Houston Comets won the first four consecutive titles from 1997 through 2000, and the Minnesota Lynx and Seattle Storm have been among the most successful franchises in subsequent years.
help WNBA Finals FAQ
Was the 1997 WNBA championship a best-of-five Finals series?
No. The inaugural 1997 championship was decided by a single title game, while the WNBA used a best-of-five Finals format for many later seasons before changing formats again.
Who won the first WNBA championship in 1997?
The Houston Comets defeated the New York Liberty 65-51 in the inaugural championship game. Cynthia Cooper led Houston and was named the first championship game's MVP.
How is the WNBA champion decided under the current format?
The WNBA introduced a best-of-seven Finals format in 2025. The first team to win four games becomes the league champion.
How is the WNBA Finals different from the Commissioner's Cup?
The WNBA Finals is the postseason championship round, while the Commissioner's Cup is a separate in-season competition. Winning the Commissioner's Cup does not decide the WNBA champion.
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