The WNBA has been a must-watch staple for hardcore hoop fans for nearly 30 years. But, the 2024 season was the one that catapulted the W to the mainstream. From rookie phenomenons and history book revisions to sellout crowds and new champions, it was quite a year for the league.
Here are the biggest reasons why:
Rookie-Mania
The 2024 WNBA Draft was stacked with talent. It was headlined by the arguably biggest prospect in league history, Caitlin Clark, and lit up by other prospects, including Angel Reese, Cameron Brink, Rickea Jackson, Aaliyah Edwards and more, making it one of the most memorable draft classes to date and creating tons of new-fan buzz.
The rooks not only stirred up excitement, but they also convincingly broke records. Eventual Rookie of The Year Caitlin Clark became the first rookie to ever record a triple-double. She also wound up setting the single-season record for assists and the rookie record for points, all while helping the Indiana Fever secure a postseason appearance.
Angel Reese broke the record for most…
