WNBA power rankings show teams struggling with new officiating standards
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 10:05 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
The WNBA has updated officiating guidelines to improve freedom of movement, affecting gameplay and foul calls. As teams adjust, varying degrees of adaptation are evident. The Minnesota Lynx maintain the top spot in the rankings, while the Las Vegas Aces, after a recent win over the Lynx, saw their six-game streak end with a heavy loss to the Dallas Wings. The New York Liberty, currently on a seven-game win streak, secured their place in the Commissioner's Cup championship with a decisive win against the Washington Mystics. The impact of these adjustments is notable, particularly among teams such as the Indiana Fever, who lead the league in fouls per game.
- •Minnesota Lynx rank first, holding the best defensive rating.
- •Las Vegas Aces end six-game winning streak with a loss to Dallas Wings.
- •New York Liberty clinches Commissioner's Cup spot with victory over Mystics.
- •Indiana Fever leads the league in fouls per game, affecting their defense.
- 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — WNBA power rankings: Who’s struggling most with the league’s new whistle
"The league has placed an emphasis on freedom of movement to address growing physicality and some teams have adapted better than others.
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