How to Watch WNBA Draft 2026: Channel, Live Stream & Start Time for Rounds 1-3

TL;DR

The 2026 WNBA Draft will take place in New York City, featuring top women's basketball players. Unlike previous years, there is no clear No. 1 pick, making the draft more unpredictable.

Azzi Fudd and Raven Johnson

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After wrapping up March Madness, the best women's basketball players in the country are headed to New York City for the 2026 WNBA Draft.

While fans have a general idea of where their favorite players could go, Monday's draft will be different than years past, as there's not a clear-cut overall No. 1 pick. Whereas Caitlin Clark and Paige Bueckers headlined 2024 and 2025, the Dallas Wings could go in several different directions with their first selection.

The picture was even more muddied with player performances during the NCAA Tournament. UCLA's Lauren Betts upped her draft stock exponentially after helping her team win the national championship, but UConn's Azzi Fudd dropped a few picks in the eyes of some experts.

Olivia Miles, Awa Fam, Kiki Rice and Flau'jae Johnson are also expected to go early in the first round.

Here is everything you need to know about the 2026 WNBA Draft, including TV and streaming options for the annual event.

How to watch WNBA Draft 2026: TV channel, live stream

**TV channel:**ESPN
Live stream:ESPN app, fubo

This year's WNBA Draft will air nationally on ESPN. Basketball fans can stream the event on fubo and the ESPN app.

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WNBA Draft 2026 start time

Date: Monday, April 13
Time: 7 p.m. ET

The 2026 WNBA Draft will start at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, April 13. The event will be held at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York.

WNBA Draft order 2026

First round


Pick	Team
1.	Dallas Wings
2.	Minnesota Lynx (via Sky)
3.	Seattle Storm (via Sparks)
4.	Washington Mystics
5.	Chicago Sky (via Sun)
6.	Toronto Tempo
7.	Portland Fire
8.	Golden State Valkyries
9.	Washington Mystics (via Storm)
10.	Indiana Fever
11.	Washington Mystics (via Liberty)
12.	Connecticut Sun (via Mercury)
13.	Atlanta Dream
14.	Seattle Storm (via Aces)
15.	Connecticut Sun (via Lynx)

Second round


Pick	Team
1.	Seattle Storm (via Wings)
2.	Portland Fire (via Sky)
3.	Connecticut Sun
4.	Washington Mystics
5.	Los Angeles Sparks
6.	Chicago Sky (via Fire)
7.	Toronto Tempo
8.	Golden State Valkyries
9.	Los Angeles Sparks (via Storm)
10.	Indiana Fever
11.	Toronto Tempo (via Liberty)
12.	Phoenix Mercury
13.	Atlanta Dream
14.	Las Vegas Aces
15.	Washington Mystics (via Lynx)

Third round


Pick	Team
1.	Dallas Wings
2.	Chicago Sky
3.	Connecticut Sun
4.	Washington Mystics
5.	Los Angeles Sparks
6.	Toronto Tempo
7.	Portland Fire
8.	Golden State Valkyries
9.	Seattle Storm
10.	Indiana Fever
11.	New York Liberty
12.	Phoenix Mercury
13.	Atlanta Dream
14.	Las Vegas Aces
15.	Minnesota Lynx

Q&A

What time does the 2026 WNBA Draft start?

The 2026 WNBA Draft is scheduled to start on Monday at a specific time, which is typically announced closer to the event.

Which channel will broadcast the 2026 WNBA Draft?

The 2026 WNBA Draft will be broadcast on various sports networks, with specific channels confirmed as the event date approaches.

How can I live stream the 2026 WNBA Draft?

Fans can live stream the 2026 WNBA Draft through official sports streaming services and platforms that carry the event.

Who are the top prospects for the 2026 WNBA Draft?

The top prospects for the 2026 WNBA Draft include standout players from recent college seasons, though specific names may vary as the draft date approaches.