# WNBA expands schedule to 50 games | The WNBA is now asserting itself but is expansion always a good thing?

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Podcast: [Bleav in the W](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bleav-in-the-w-7832485)
Published: 2026-06-17T17:21:00+00:00
Episode link: https://bleav.com/shows/bleav-in-the-w/episodes/wnba-expands-schedule-to-50-games-the-wnba-is-now-asserting-itself-but-is-expansion-always-a-good-thing/
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## Resource

The WNBA announced its schedule will grow from 44 games to 50 games starting in the 2027 season. It marks a massive increase in games, which was 34 in 2019. From TV ratings, to increased television inventory to conflicts with other women's basketball leagues, we dive into the biggest topics surrounding the move.

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