WNBA Commissioner's Cup 2025: Format, Winners, and Key Insights

Discover the format, winners, and key insights of the WNBA Commissioner's Cup 2025, including prize money, MVP awards, and historical data.

The WNBA Commissioner's Cup is a prestigious mid-season tournament that adds excitement to the regular season. Here’s everything you need to know about the 2025 edition:

How Does the WNBA Commissioner's Cup Work?

The competition involves regular-season games: five for Eastern Conference teams and six for Western Conference teams. Each squad plays against others in their respective conferences to determine the standings. The top teams from each conference (with tiebreakers if necessary) face off for the title. Except for the championship game, these games also count toward regular-season win-loss records.

When is the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup?

The event runs from June 1 through June 17, with the championship game scheduled for July 1st.

What is the Prize Money for the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup?

Winners will be awarded a prize pool of $500,000. Additionally, Coinbase has provided $120,000 in cryptocurrency, covering $5,000 for each player in the championship game. The event also supports charitable organizations, with additional funds awarded to chosen charities with every victory.

Which Teams Have Won the WNBA Commissioner's Cup?

  • 2024: Minnesota Lynx
  • 2023: New York Liberty
  • 2022: Las Vegas Aces
  • 2021: Seattle Storm

Who Has Won WNBA Commissioner's Cup MVP?

  • Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx)
  • Jonquel Jones (New York Liberty)
  • Chelsea Gray (Las Vegas Aces)
  • Breanna Stewart (Seattle Storm)

For the latest news, stats, schedules, and more, visit the ESPN WNBA hub page.

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