Milwaukee, WI — In a move that has basketball fans in Milwaukee buzzing, Bucks co-owner Wes Edens has joined the quest to bring a WNBA expansion team to the Brew City. It’s not just a power move; it’s a slam dunk! And if there’s one thing Milwaukee knows, it’s basketball. Yes, the land of beer, cheese, and Giannis might just be on the brink of adding another professional team to its roster, only this time, it’s the women’s turn.
A High-Stakes Game for WNBA Expansion
There’s a new court in town for the WNBA’s potential expansion, and Milwaukee wants in! According to sources (the rumor mill is hot), the WNBA is sizing up cities like Philadelphia, Austin, Nashville, and even Denver, all hoping to dribble into this elite league. And Milwaukee isn’t just any contender. With a basketball legacy dating back to the Milwaukee Does in 1979, the city has history, hustle, and a serious hunger for hoops.
Edens, with his trademark enthusiasm and clear admiration for the women’s game, was candid about his support for the venture. When asked if Milwaukee would be an ideal home for a WNBA team, Edens beamed. “Milwaukee loves basketball,” he said. “The city’s already got a basketball heart, and frankly, women’s basketball has been on fire.”
Basketball Fever: Why Milwaukee Could Be the Perfect Fit
From sold-out games to jaw-dropping buzzer-beaters, the WNBA’s momentum is undeniable, and Edens can feel the electricity. “Record viewership,” Edens remarked, alluding to this year’s Finals Game 3, a true barnburner in basketball history. “Forget men’s or women’s teams; that was just a great game. Period.”
And it’s not just the on-court action that’s making headlines. With collegiate superstars like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese waiting to make their mark in the league, the future of women’s basketball has fans, owners, and analysts all saying the same thing: “It’s about time Milwaukee gets in on this!”
WNBA Stars Show Support
WNBA star and Milwaukee native Arike Ogunbowale has been vocal about her support for bringing a team to her hometown. In her words, “Milwaukee is a basketball city. Period.” In fact, Arike’s enthusiasm is shared by fans, former players, and—yes—even retired Packers legend LeRoy Butler, who’s now making it his other life mission (right next to the Hall of Fame) to see the WNBA in Milwaukee.
Is Milwaukee Ready?
Milwaukee fans are ready, and Edens seems more than ready. Now, it’s just a matter of whether the WNBA will play ball with this bid. “If the circumstances were right, I’d be delighted to have the team here and prospectively be a part of it,” Edens said. “It’s a really, really great time for women’s basketball.”
If the city does land the WNBA team, expect fireworks, packed arenas, and perhaps a Bucks-WNBA doubleheader that would surely be the ultimate Milwaukee mashup. Who’s ready to cheer on Milwaukee’s new court queens?