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WNBA teams raise ticket prices amid league expansion

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 1:30 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

WNBA teams raise ticket prices amid league expansion

Summary

WNBA teams are increasing ticket prices significantly for the 2027 season. The Washington Mystics saw a renewal price jump of 48% for floor seats, rising from $6,907.50 to $10,200, a nearly 250% increase from last year. Similarly, Phoenix Mercury courtside seats increased by 60%, from $9,100 to $14,600. The price hikes are attributed to the new collective bargaining agreement and an expanded regular-season schedule. Concerns from season ticket holders highlight the potential impact on fan accessibility as the league continues to grow.

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Key Details

•Washington Mystics season ticket prices increased by 48% for 2027.
•Phoenix Mercury courtside seat prices rose by 60% this season.
•The league is expanding its regular-season schedule to 25 home games.
•Concerns about affordability have been voiced by longtime fans.
•WNBA attendance reached a record average of 11,255 this year.

Latest Updates

1:30 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Going to be worse’ – WNBA’s rising ticket prices are beginning to concern fans
7:28 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA Season-Ticket Holders Grapple With Soaring Prices

What they're saying

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The WNBA has surged in popularity in the last few years, but with that has come a rise in ticket prices. The 2026 season is ongoing, but some teams are already starting to introduce season ticket renewal notices for the 2027 campaign.
— Yahoo Sports