Expansion is one of the most discussed topics in the WNBA among fans. The league has not announced a new expansion franchise since 2008, though some teams have moved to different cities in that timeframe. There are two reasons why. First, the league is getting more popular nationwide. And second, the league doesn’t have enough roster spots for the talent in the league.
Last week, Marcus Thompson of The Athletic reported that the Golden State Warriors ownership group was close to finalizing a deal to bring an expansion team to the Bay Area, which Joe Viray of Golden State of Mind elaborated on.