During Engelbert’s tenure the WNBA expanded from 12 to 18 teams, launched the in‑season Commissioner's Cup in 2021, and increased the regular‑season schedule to 44 games for 2025, with a plan to reach 50 games by 2027.

The league also recorded its highest ever viewership, digital engagement, game attendance, merchandise sales and franchise valuations under her leadership. A new commissioner will now decide how to sustain and build on this momentum while navigating ongoing debates about gender and sport.