It’s official: starting in 2028, Cleveland will be home to the newest WNBA franchise – followed by Detroit in 2029 and Philadelphia in 2030. Zena, Ben, and Sabreena break down how these cities were decided upon, what all this expansion means for players and teams in the WNBA, what impact NBA teams and ownership have on expansion in the W, and so much more. 

Plus, Caitlin Clark and Napheesa Collier are set to captain the two teams for WNBA All-Star Weekend, and Ben reveals the remaining eight starters live to Sabreena and Zena. To wrap, the crew attempts to name the newest WNBA expansion teams.

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WNBA announces record expansion to Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia by Ben Pickman

Is more WNBA expansion on the horizon? Our experts explain the league’s growth by Ben Pickman and Chantel Jennings

Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier named WNBA All-Star captains by Sabreena Merchant

Rookie Paige Bueckers among starters in WNBA All-Star Game by Tobias Bass and Sabreena Merchant

WNBA expansion timeline as the league looks to have a record 18 teams by Torrey Hart and Shannon Ryan

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