How to watch WNBA playoffs

The 2024 WNBA season saw the highest viewership in league history, with ESPN airing the top seven most-watched games ever. ABC also set records with the two most-watched WNBA games on its network: 2.23 million viewers for the Seattle Storm vs. Indiana Fever matchup on August 18, and 1.71 million tuning in for the Indiana Fever vs. New York Liberty game on May 18. Additionally, ESPN2 recorded its highest viewership for a WNBA game, marking a historic year for the league’s broadcast reach. For those reasons, several teams are transitioning to larger NBA arenas to meet the demand from expanding fan bases. To build on this momentum, the WNBA is set to introduce expansion teams in the Bay Area and Toronto in 2025, with Portland following in 2026.

One of the main factors driving fan interest in the 2024 WNBA season has been high-profile rivalries, such as the one between Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. Additionally, A'ja Wilson’s remarkable performance—scoring over 1,000 points and leading the league in blocks and rebounds—earned her the 2024 MVP title. Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier was named the 2024 Kia WNBA Defensive Player of the Year, all of which played a major role in boosting the league’s popularity.

What channel is the WNBA playoffs on?

For the 2024 WNBA season, only a select number of TV channels will broadcast the WNBA playoffs. ESPN and ABC Networks hold the exclusive rights to televise these games, as outlined by the WNBA's broadcasting agreement. This means fans can watch the playoffs and the WNBA Finals, on ESPN, and ABC.

Where can I watch the WNBA playoffs?

As of September 2024, the main platform for streaming the WNBA Finals on non-TV devices is the WNBA League Pass. However, several other streaming services offer indirect access to WNBA playoff games, including Fubo TV, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, and DirecTV.