The <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/05/16/sports/wnba-set-for-big-season-and-after-that-the-real-drama-starts/">2025 WNBA season is upon us</a>. Here’s The Post women’s sports reporter Madeline Kenney’s first edition of this year’s league power ranking:

After bringing back their core and trading for Natasha Cloud, the defending champions are primed to reclaim their spot at the top of the WNBA this season.

Minnesota is out for vengeance this season after falling just short to New York in the WNBA Finals. An MVP-caliber season for Napheesa Collier may be brewing.

The Aces are eyeing their return to the WNBA Finals. 

The 2025 WNBA season is upon us. Here’s The Post women’s sports reporter Madeline Kenney’s first edition of this year’s league power ranking:{ai:summary}<p>The 2025 WNBA season is set to begin, with the defending champions looking to maintain their dominance after re-signing key players and acquiring Natasha Cloud. </p><p>Minnesota aims for redemption after losing to New York in the finals, with Napheesa Collier expected to have an MVP-worthy season. The Aces also target a return to the finals. #sports</p>

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