Stewie vs. Wilson: Will 2023 WNBA Finals Amass Largest Viewership in League History?
The 2023 WNBA Finals matchup between Breanna Stewart and A'ja Wilson is one of the most highly anticipated games in the history of the league, and possibly the most watched. Stewart and Wilson are two of the best players in the world and have been rivals since their college days. Stewart led Connecticut to four national championships, while Wilson led South Carolina to the national title in 2017. Both players have continued their dominance in the professional ranks. Stewart is a two-time WNBA MVP and a four-time WNBA All-Star First Team selection. Wilson is a two-time WNBA champion and one-time WNBA MVP. The 2023 WNBA Finals could be a preview of the 2024 Olympic gold medal game. Both Stewart and Wilson are expected to be named to the U.S. Women's National Basketball Team for the Paris Olympics. Ratings for the WNBA have skyrocketed in recent years. 2023 regular season games averaged 427,000 viewers, up 21 percent from 2022. 2023 WNBA Finals ratings could be even higher, especi