"The Toronto Tempo are about to embark on a year of 'firsts.' The first WNBA team in Canada. The first team outside of the United States. The first time Canadian women's hoops players can play in Canada and get paid."
"The Golden State Valkyries began building their first-ever roster in December 2024 through an expansion draft. They also had similar rules restricting the number of free agents they could snag."
"Golden State fought its way to a historic 23-21 regular season record - the best-ever by an expansion team in their inaugural season. They became the only expansion team to make playoffs in its first year."
"Toronto finds itself in a slightly more nuanced situation compared to Valkyries with the number of free agents available, the increased salary cap, and the rules around core players and super max contracts."
The Toronto Tempo is set to become the first WNBA team in Canada, marking a significant milestone for women's basketball. They will participate in an expansion draft, learning from the Golden State Valkyries, who successfully built their roster in 2024. The Valkyries navigated similar challenges and achieved a historic record in their inaugural season. The Tempo faces unique circumstances, including a larger salary cap and different rules regarding player contracts, as they prepare to establish their team in a competitive landscape.
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