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Jayson Tatum hints at WNBA expansion efforts in St. Louis

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 10:39 PM

Last updated Jun 11, 2026

Jayson Tatum hints at WNBA expansion efforts in St. Louis

Summary

Jayson Tatum discussed his involvement in efforts to bring a WNBA team to St. Louis during a recent interview. While he didn't provide specific updates, Tatum emphasized that the initiative is important to him and that he is looking for opportunities to benefit his hometown. The WNBA has plans for expansion teams in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia in 2028, 2029, and 2030, respectively. Tatum’s comments leave the door open for speculation about St. Louis possibly joining those future expansions, though he could not confirm anything concrete.

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•Tatum returned from an Achilles injury this season.
•Celtics were swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals.
•Tatum is involved in efforts to bring a WNBA team to St. Louis.
•The WNBA plans expansions in Cleveland, Detroit, and Philadelphia by 2030.
•Tatum mentioned the St. Louis initiative is 'near and dear' to his heart.

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10:39 PMYahoo Sports — Jayson Tatum teases announced city for WNBA expansion: ‘I’m not allowed to speak on that’

What they're saying

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Boston Celtics superstar Jayson Tatum returned to the floor this season shockingly fast after going down with an Achilles injury during last season’s playoff run, which cost him the start of the 2025-26 campaign. The Celtics were unceremoniously swept by the New York Knicks in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, and Tatum is turning his focus…
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