How the WNBA’s 12 teams stack up going into the league’s first 40-game campaign (title odds via BetMGM):
The favorites
Las Vegas Aces (+115)
Tom Brady’s team’s reputation as the league’s heavies furthered by offseason Becky Hammon controversy.
New York Liberty (+125)
See you in the Canyon of Heroes in October? This roster has a title-winning ceiling.
The threats
Washington Mystics (14-1)
Don’t sleep on this battle-tested group, led by a revitalized Elena Delle Donne.
Phoenix Mercury (20-1)
The spotlight is on Brittney Griner. What can she do after nearly a year in Russian detention?
Connecticut Sun (35-1)
A reset year after the departure of longtime coach Curt Miller. Alyssa Thomas keeps them in playoff picture.
Chicago Sky (40-1)
Kahleah Copper is the star power that remains from a 2021 title run.
Minnesota Lynx (40-1)
Napheesa Collier becomes the face of the franchise after Sylvia Fowles’ retirement.
Atlanta Dream (45-1)
A team on the rise under new ownership. Still a player or two shy of a contender.
Dallas Wings (45-1)
Been a year away from being a year away for a little while.
The rebuilds
Seattle Storm (50-1)
Looking for a new identity after Breanna Stewart’s departure and the end of the Sue Bird era.
Los Angeles Sparks (60-1)
Picking up the pieces after the disastrous Derek Fisher tenure.
Indiana Fever (100-1)
No. 1 pick Aliyah Boston has the goods, but it’s going to be another long season.