The Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty's first losses of the season have shaken up the race to the WNBA Commissioner's Cup final. Here's how the Indiana Fever, Atlanta Dream, and Seattle Storm could secure their spots in the championship game on July 1.

Eastern Conference Showdown

If the Atlanta Dream defeat the Liberty on the road, they will represent the East, regardless of the Fever's outcome against the Connecticut Sun. However, if the Dream lose and the Fever win, Indiana and New York would both be 4-1, with the Fever holding the tiebreaker due to their recent victory over the Liberty. The Liberty, aiming for their third consecutive final, must beat the Dream and hope the Fever lose to the Sun.

Western Conference Battle

In the West, the Lynx, Storm, and Golden State Valkyries could all finish 4-2 in the Cup standings. The Lynx control their destiny: a win over the Las Vegas Aces or a Storm loss to the Los Angeles Sparks will secure their spot. The Storm need both a win over the Sparks and a Lynx loss to advance.

Power Rankings Highlights

1. Minnesota Lynx (10-1): Despite a loss to the Storm, the Lynx bounced back with a dominant win over the Sparks. A victory over the Aces on Tuesday will secure their place in the final.
2. New York Liberty (9-1): Missing key players, the Liberty still rely on Sabrina Ionescu's scoring prowess. They need a win over the Dream to stay in the hunt.
3. Atlanta Dream (8-3): Setting a franchise record with 18 three-pointers, the Dream are one win away from their first Commissioner's Cup final.
4. Phoenix Mercury (8-4): With a full-strength lineup, the Mercury are poised for a strong finish to the Cup.
5. Indiana Fever (5-5): Caitlin Clark's return has reinvigorated the Fever, who handed the Liberty their first loss of the season.

Key Matchups to Watch

• June 17: Dream @ Liberty, Fever vs. Sun, Storm @ Sparks
• June 19: Mercury @ Liberty, Fever @ Valkyries
• June 22: Liberty @ Storm, Fever @ Aces

The Commissioner's Cup final promises thrilling basketball action as teams vie for the prestigious title. Stay tuned for more updates and in-depth analysis.