WNBA Power Rankings: Storm and Sparks Battle for Final Playoff Spot

The WNBA regular season concludes this Thursday, with one final playoff berth remaining between the Seattle Storm and Los Angeles Sparks. The New York Liberty, Golden State Valkyries, and Indiana Fever have already secured postseason spots.

The Las Vegas Aces lead the power rankings with 14 consecutive wins, fueled by A'ja Wilson's dominant performances including back-to-back 31-point games. Though they won't claim the top seed, their recent 10-point victory over the Minnesota Lynx solidifies their status as the league's most intimidating playoff team.

The Minnesota Lynx remain strong despite a recent slowdown, poised to potentially achieve the winningest regular season in league history if they win their final two games. Natisha Hiedeman has strengthened their bench depth, setting a new WNBA record for most assists off the bench while scoring 20+ points in three consecutive games.

The Atlanta Dream are tied with the Aces at 28-14 with two games remaining and could still clinch the No. 2 seed with help from Las Vegas' challenging schedule. Rhyne Howard's recent 37-point performance and Allisha Gray's impending return bolster their potential for a deep playoff run if they maintain full health.