Complete Guide to Watching the WNBA on TV and Streaming

The WNBA is enjoying a meteoric rise in popularity at the moment, and it has never had a broader reach, with two new teams joining the fray. Now, with 15 teams battling out to be crowned champion, there are far more games to be aware of. These are spread across major networks, and various streaming platforms, which means keeping track of where and when to catch your favorite stars can be tricky. 

Thankfully, with Livesportsontv.com, that’s no problem. This guide breaks down everything you need to know about how to watch the WNBA, whether you are a cable TV user or looking to stream the WNBA live online.

What channels is the WNBA on?

WNBA action is split across a wide range of network providers, including ABC, ESPN, CBS, NBC, and ION. But, that’s not all. Fans will also need access to Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, and Peacock in order to ensure they have maximum access to games. Any games that are not broadcast nationally will be available on WNBA League Pass or RSN's. 

• ABC: 13 broadcasts – Including the 2026 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game and an opening weekend doubleheader on May 9.
• NBC: 7 games – An all-Sunday lineup featuring two major primetime broadcasts on July 12 and August 23.
• CBS / Paramount+: 20 broadcasts – Featuring eight primetime games and marquee doubleheaders on May 23 and June 27.
• ESPN: 17 games – Highlighted by nine games featured in the new "Women’s Sports Sundays" primetime block starting June 21.
• ION: 50 games – The most of any network, featuring the "State Farm WNBA Friday Night Spotlight" doubleheaders every Friday night.
• USA Network: 48 games – Anchored by 28 Wednesday night and 11 Monday night matchups, including the regular-season finale on September 24.
• Prime Video: 31 games – Includes 30 regular season games and the exclusive Championship Game of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup on June 30.
• Peacock: 15 regular season games – Consisting of 12 Monday matchups and three weekend games, plus streaming coverage of every game of the WNBA Finals.
• NBA TV: 15 games – Focusing on the league’s expansion teams, the Toronto Tempo and the Portland Fire.

Where can I stream WNBA games live?

If you've cut the cord, there are plenty of good ways to stream the WNBA live. The most complete option is WNBA League Pass, an out-of-market service that lets you stream nearly every game (local blackout restrictions apply) and gives you access to a full archive of historical games. This is ideal if you want to follow the whole league rather than just one team.

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Prime Video is one of the main streaming destinations for WNBA games, with regular-season coverage, Thursday night matchups, the Commissioner’s Cup Championship and select postseason games. WNBA League Pass is also available as a Prime Video Channels add-on.

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For national broadcasts, Amazon Prime Video holds exclusive rights to a specific set of games, including the Commissioner's Cup Championship. These won't air on traditional TV, so a Prime subscription is worth having if you don't want to miss anything. Beyond that, some games on ABC and ESPN are also available on ESPN+ or Disney+, while CBS games can be streamed on Paramount+.

Live TV Streaming Options

Finally, if you're after a one-stop solution, live TV streaming services like Fubo, YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Sling TV all carry all or most of the key channels (ESPN, ABC, NBC, CBS, ION, and USA Network) to keep you covered through the season. These are more expensive, but they offer a broad range of other sports and entertainment as well.

Can I watch the WNBA for free?

Yes, there are some ways that you can watch the WNBA for free. Firstly, if you have a digital antenna, then you can pick up any game broadcast by ABC, NBC, CBS, or ION, provided you are in range of a local station. 

If that’s not an option for you, then don’t worry. You can also make the most of streaming platforms’ generous free trial offers. Platforms like YouTube TV or Hulu + Live TV (and others) typically offer free trials of varying lengths. Provided you have not subscribed to one of these already, you can time up your free trial with the game(s) you are hoping to watch. Just remember to cancel the free trial before the billing cycle begins, to avoid getting hit with a bill. 

Want an overview of the current free trials available? Check out our full guide to free streaming trials here

What channel is the WNBA game on tonight?

The WNBA schedule moves quickly, and games shift between networks on a daily basis, which is where life becomes tricky for fans. If you want to make sure you are always up to date, bookmark the WNBA TV schedule, where you will see what WNBA games are on tonight, along with game times and broadcast information.

Is the WNBA on local broadcasts?

Yes, WNBA games are shown on Regional Sports Networks (RSN's). Many franchises have deals with RSNs to air games that don't fall into a national broadcast window.

Now, as most sports fans are probably aware, this comes with a drawback for fans using WNBA League Pass, as many games in your team’s home market will be blacked out on the platform. WNBA League Pass will have the replays of these games available shortly after, but if you want to watch them live, you’ll need access to your Regional Sports Network.

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