WNBA Finals series have varied in length over the league's history, but as of 2026, they are contested in a best-of-seven format.

Historical Formats

The WNBA Finals began as a single game in 1997. They expanded to a best-of- three series in 1998 through 2004, then shifted to best-of-five from 2005 to 2024 using a 2-2-1 hosting format.

Current Structure

Starting in 2025, the Finals adopted a best-of-seven series with a 2-2-1-1-1 format, mirroring the NBA, where the higher seed hosts Games 1, 2, 5, and 7. This change aims to deliver more dramatic championship matchups familiar to fans of other major sports.

Key Trends and Records

Only 10 Finals have ended in sweeps since 1999 (excluding the inaugural single game), with the last in 2020 during the best-of-five era. The 2025 Finals marked the first best-of-seven, heightening stakes as teams push deeper into series.

TL;DR: Best-of-7 since 2025 (up to 7 games); previously best-of-5 (2005-2024).

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