The WNBA began play in 1997 with eight franchises and has expanded,
contracted and relocated numerous teams throughout its history.
Some modern franchises trace their histories through several cities
and names.
Click any team below to view its NBAHoopsOnline franchise history.
Current WNBA Teams
Former and Relocated WNBA Teams
Franchise Lineages
Utah Starzz → San Antonio Silver Stars / Stars → Las Vegas Aces
1997-2002 → 2003-2017 → 2018-Present
Detroit Shock → Tulsa Shock → Dallas Wings
1998-2009 → 2010-2015 → 2016-Present
Orlando Miracle → Connecticut Sun → Houston Comets
1999-2002 → 2003-2026 → 2027-Present
Houston Comets Return
Future WNBA Expansion Teams
LOGO
Cleveland Sirens
Begins Play in 2028
LOGO TBA
Detroit WNBA Team
Begins Play in 2029
LOGO TBA
Philadelphia WNBA Team
Begins Play in 2030
Detroit and Philadelphia have not yet announced official team names
or branding. Their cards can easily be updated with logos once those
identities are revealed.
