New York, up two spots this week, appears to be back in the hunt for a top-four seed in the playoffs.
Another expansion team is exceeding expectations for a top mark, while the past two champs are middle of the class.
Draftees, trade acquisitions and free agents found their way onto news teams. These 10 have had the most impact.
Even with a short roster, New York is a front-runner, Phoenix has no shortage of talent, and the Dream are even better.
The annual WNBA GM survey named Paige Bueckers as the top pick to launch a franchise and A'ja Wilson as the favorite to win the 2026 MVP.
One team set the curve with an A+. Three got A grades, including Dallas for picking Azzi Fudd. But one got a D.
