2026 WNBA playoffs: Experts pick the first round, WNBA champion

We're picking every series in the WNBA playoffs' first round -- and our champions and Finals MVP. Who gets the edge?

The top 3

  1. 2026 WNBA Playoff Predictions: Experts' Consensus: Analysts debate the opening round matchups and forecast the ultimate champion and Finals MVP for the 2026 postseason.
  2. Historical WNBA Postseason Dominance Records: A look at the franchises and players who have defined the standard of excellence in WNBA playoff history.
  3. The GOAT Debate: Modern vs. Legacy Stars: Evaluating the top three individual performances that define greatness in league history across eras.

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