The WNBA playoffs are set to begin Sunday. Here's what you need to know

NPR | By A Martínez

Published September 25, 2026 at 2:39 AM MDT

NPR's A Martinez recaps the WNBA season and looks ahead to the playoffs with The Athletic's Annie Costabile.

A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First.

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