So, instead of becoming the WNBA\u2019s favorite team, the Fever are developing a reputation similar to that of the NBA\u2019s Utah Jazz. They\u2019re an instantly recognizable franchise whose best player is a rarefied point guard. Yet, their fan base has put a dark cloud over the organization. Reese would likely hate to admit it but the Chicago Sky\u2019s fan base is similar to the Fever\u2019s. To make it worse, her squad doesn\u2019t have the consistent on-court success that would influence people to talk about the game more than the drama.<\/p>\n
The Fever and Sky aren\u2019t the only franchises that are their own worst enemy though.<\/p>\n
Gambling With The Aces<\/p>\n
The Las Vegas Aces are led by charismatic three-time WNBA MVP, A\u2019ja Wilson<\/a>, which helps make them a magnetic force. Yet, the discourse surrounding their dynastic divas has been problematic. Part of it actually ties back into Clark, as the Iowa native\u2019s rapid rise to the forefront of fan\u2019s fascination and the racially-motivated remarks from certain groups ended up putting her and Wilson on opposite sides<\/a>.<\/p>\n It turns out MVP A\u2019ja Wilson is the biggest hypocrite in the league and ground zero for the pettiness, racism and bigotry in the WNBA.@_ajawilson22<\/a>\u2019s friend@asEYEsaid<\/a> \u2014also known as child abusing teacher (link below) Micheal Malique Mcmanus\u2014tears down WNBA players and holds\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/MFXR5cpfV6<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 who really cares? (@opt1m1st1ccyn1c) September 28, 2024<\/a><\/p>\n Another issue has been Wilson\u2019s continued association with the controversial Michael McManus<\/a> and dismissive attitudes about his allegations of bigotry and assaulting a minor. Then there\u2019s Aces head coach Becky Hammon, who has been characterized as cold and domineering. This was chiefly inspired by her attitude<\/a> towards Dearica Hamby<\/a> after the now Los Angeles Sparks forward became pregnant in 2022.<\/p>\n With the Aces selling out all of their 2025 season tickets, it\u2019s not that they\u2019re unpopular. However, supporting them is a gamble. They\u2019re the most dominant WNBA team of the decade but they can put their fans in an uncomfortable position, especially those that consider themselves socially conscious.<\/p>\n The Goldilocks Principle<\/p>\n Between the Fever, Sky, and Aces it\u2019s almost hard to believe there\u2019s an organization out there with a gregarious leader, a competitive team, and that exists outside of the W\u2019s toxic bubble.<\/p>\n The Sparks have an enduring popularity but they haven\u2019t reached the playoffs since 2020. 2025 No. 1 pick Paige Bueckers<\/a> is undaunted as she does her best to lift<\/a> the Dallas Wings but they have the worst record in the WNBA. On the other side of the aisle, Napheesa Collier<\/a> has the Minnesota Lynx sitting atop the WNBA standings. Nevertheless, none of the Lynx players are necessarily bewitching.<\/p>\n Could Caitlin Clark\u2019s biggest obstacle be the old guard of the WNBA?@cbrennansports<\/a> explains in her new book On Her Game<\/p>\n \u2018Taurasi went after her (Caitlin Clark) in unflattering and completely incorrect terms. Breanna Stewart had to kick her in the shins in comments at the\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/vncbqnRP1m<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Maggie Gray (@MaggieGray) July 8, 2025<\/a><\/p>\n At the top of the Eastern Conference standings, the Atlanta Dream are far from only being worth a watch on the court. With players like Rhyne Howard<\/a>, Allisha Gray<\/a> and Brittney Griner<\/a>, they also beguile fans with their personalities. Then again, part-owner Renee Montgomery has made racially-motivated remarks<\/a> that position the Dream too close to the W\u2019s noxious airspace. The New York Liberty generated animosity from the influential Clark\u2019s fan base in another way, with Breanna Stewart<\/a> believed to have disrespected her since draft day.<\/p>\n That leaves one option.<\/p>\n The Eye Of The Seattle Storm<\/p>\n So far as the Goldilocks principle is concerned, the Seattle Storm are just right.<\/p>\n There are better teams. There are teams with better stars. But there isn\u2019t a better team to root for.<\/p>\n Leadership<\/p>\n At present, they\u2019re led by two future Hall of Fame inductees in Nneka Ogwumike<\/a> and Skylar Diggins<\/a>. Yet, to be one of the most decorated players in WNBA history, Ogwumike is incredibly humble. Then there\u2019s Diggins. A demon debutante, she blends beauty and ability in a way that few have. On top of that, she\u2019s fiery in-between the lines and charming outside of them.<\/p>\n Competitiveness<\/p>\n At 21-19, the Storm aren\u2019t ripping through their opponents. However, they are fourth in the Western Conference standings and seventh in the overall standings. With that in mind, they\u2019ve only missed the playoffs once in the past 10 years. Buoyed by their star power and defense, they could even have a home-court advantage this year, which would also be a nice gift for their loyal fan base.<\/p>\n Agreeableness<\/p>\n The Storm don\u2019t shy away from important conversations. In fact, Ogwumike is president of the WNBA Players\u2019 Association and is very vocal about making a positive impact on women\u2019s basketball<\/a>. Diggins has held similar discussions and addressed the W\u2019s role in making public stances against systemic racism<\/a>. All-Star forward Gabby Williams<\/a> has no issue calling out higher-ups<\/a> about the league\u2019s pay structure. Yet, they\u2019ve managed to exist outside of the miasma.<\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t![\"Seattle](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/USATSI_26934735_168402037_lowres-300x200.jpg\")
Seattle Storm guard Skylar Diggins (4) goes up for a basket against Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston (7) on Tuesday, Aug. 26, 2025, during a game between the Indiana Fever and the Seattle Storm at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The Indiana Fever defeated the Seattle Storm, 95-75.<\/p>\n