WNBA Finals Game 5 Achieves Highest Viewership in 25 Years

The New York Liberty's victory over the Minnesota Lynx in an overtime thriller drew an audience peak of 3.3 million viewers, marking a significant milestone for the league.

Game 5 of the WNBA Finals averaged 2.2 million viewers, with a peak of 3.3 million, making it the most-watched game since 1999.
The Liberty secured their first championship with a 67-62 overtime win against the Lynx, despite controversy over a late-game foul call.
This year's Finals series saw a 115% increase in viewership compared to last year, reflecting the growing popularity of the WNBA.
Rising stars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have been credited with boosting the league's visibility and audience engagement.
The WNBA continues to expand, with new teams and a longer Finals series planned for future seasons, alongside a lucrative media rights deal.