The WNBA's Portland expansion franchise has had a rocky start to its existence, but as of Tuesday it officially has a name. In a callback to the city's first foray into the league, the expansion team will be known as the Fire. The Fire will begin play in 2026 as the WNBA's 15th franchise.

Oregon's original WNBA team lasted three seasons, but the new franchise has already sold a record 11,000 season tickets.

Portland’s WNBA expansion franchise, which begins play next season, announced its name and branding Tuesday — reviving the moniker of the city’s previous WNBA team.