The WNBA is growing fast, but some cities have always shown love for their team. Whether it’s packed arenas, passionate chants, or full-on social media devotion, each of these cities brings a different kind of energy.
Some towns are still learning how to embrace their squad, while others treat their team like a civic treasure. From laid-back support to full-blown obsession, here’s how all 13 WNBA cities stack up when it comes to repping their team.
13. Uncasville, CT (Connecticut Sun)
Mohegan Sun Arena can bring a solid home-court vibe, but being based in a casino town makes it feel more like a neutral site than a die-hard market. The Sun has loyal fans, but they’re not exactly storming the streets.
12. Arlington, TX (Dallas Wings)
Arlington’s still trying to find its WNBA groove, tucked between Cowboys mania and Rangers buzz. The Wings have talent, but they could use a little more hometown noise behind them.
11. Washington, D.C. (Washington Mystics)
D.C. has shown flashes of support—especially during that 2019 title run—but it’s not always consistent. The Mystics have loyal fans, but they compete with a lot of other teams for attention.
10. Los Angeles, CA (Los Angeles Sparks)
L.A. is a big market with a rich Sparks history, but they’ve lost a bit of the spotlight in recent years. When the team is winning, fans show up—but Hollywood is always onto the next big thing.
9. Atlanta, GA (Atlanta Dream)
The Dream has become a symbol of more than just basketball in Atlanta, especially after their role in civic activism. The energy is building, but the city hasn’t fully gone all-in yet.
8. Chicago, IL (Chicago Sky)
After winning the championship in 2021, Chicago turned up for the Sky. The vibes are solid, but it’s still not quite a full-on basketball town.
7. Seattle, WA (Seattle Storm)
Seattle fans are some of the most passionate and knowledgeable in the league. The Storm gets a lot of love despite the team not fighting for a championship in recent seasons.
6. Phoenix, AZ (Phoenix Mercury)
Phoenix fans roll deep and have long been one of the league’s loudest cities. The Mercury’s fanbase shows up loud and proud, even in the desert heat.
5. Minneapolis, MN (Minnesota Lynx)
The Lynx are woven into the sports fabric of Minneapolis, thanks to their dynastic run in the 2010s. Fans pack the house and treat this team like royalty—win or lose.
4. Las Vegas, NV (Las Vegas Aces)
Vegas goes all-in for the Aces, from sellout crowds to championship parades down the Strip. This town loves winners, and the Aces have become the hottest ticket in the desert.
3. New York, NY (New York Liberty)
Brooklyn is buzzing with Liberty love these days, and the team finally feels like a centerpiece of the city’s sports scene. From Barclays Center to the boroughs, the hype is real.
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2. Indianapolis, IN (Indiana Fever)
Indiana is basketball country, and you can feel it when the Fever hit the floor—especially now with Caitlin Clark in town. The city has gone from curious to committed in record time.
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1. San Francisco, CA (Golden State Valkyries)
Call us crazy for having them at number one because they’re a brand new team, but there’s no question the Bay goes crazy for the Valkyries. They’ve sold out every single game this season (the only team to do so!), are incredibly loud, and have given this new team the boost they need.
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