The WNBA is on fire, and the numbers prove it. The Golden State Valkyries have officially become the league's most valuable franchise, with a jaw-dropping valuation of nearly $1 billion—$850 million to be exact, according to Sportico's latest report.

This isn't just a win for the Valkyries; it's a signal of how far women's sports have come. Over the past few years, the WNBA has seen explosive growth in audience, viewership, and fan engagement. Everyone is cashing in—from team owners and league stakeholders to the players themselves. The league's new collective bargaining agreement, signed this past offseason after intense negotiations, delivered major salary bumps and revenue-sharing improvements. Add in the richest media rights deal in WNBA history and record-breaking television ratings, and you've got a recipe for soaring team values.

The Valkyries, who just completed their inaugural season, reported a WNBA-record $78 million in revenue. How'd they do it? A massive fan base that snapped up more than 10,000 season tickets, plus a star-studded roster of sponsors including JPMorganChase, Sephora, and United Airlines. To put that in perspective, the Valkyries are worth 150% more than the most valuable NWSL club, Angel City FC, which sits at $335 million.

At the other end of the spectrum, the Atlanta Dream are the league's least valuable team at $285 million. But even that number is impressive when you consider the average WNBA team is now worth $425 million—a 58% jump from last year's average. For fans and collectors alike, this surge in value mirrors the energy on the court, where stars like Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers, and A'ja Wilson are driving the game to new heights. Whether you're repping your favorite team's gear or just getting into the action, there's never been a better time to be part of the WNBA's rise.