The WNBA will broadcast a record 216 games in 2026 across various networks and streaming services. Fans can watch games on platforms including ABC/ESPN, Amazon Prime Video, and CBS/Paramount+.
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WNBA schedule 2026: League announces record 216 games will be broadcast across networks and streaming services
The WNBA is nearly back and fans will have quite a few ways to watch their favorite teams in 2026. The league announced its broadcast schedule for the season, which will feature a record 216 games broadcast across multiple networks and streaming services.
During the 2026 WNBA season, games will be broadcast on ABC/ESPN, Amazon Prime Video, CBS/Paramount+, ION, NBC/Peacock/NBCSN and USA Sports, as well as NBA TV and WNBA League Pass.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert called it an âunprecedented lineupâ in the leagueâs release Wednesday.
âThe WNBA is coming off a landmark season in 2025, one that was defined by incredible basketball and countless memorable performances,â said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. âWith an incredible 2026 draft and so many notable free agency signings and trades now giving way to the start of the season, the WNBAâs unprecedented lineup of linear and streaming partners will shine a light on must-see matchups, and the remarkable skills the WNBAâs stars provide each time they step on the court.â
Hereâs how those 216 games will be split across networks in 2026:
Disney â which includes ESPN and ABC â will air 30 total games during the year. Additionally, ABC will also broadcast the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game.
A total of 17 games will air on ESPN, with nine of them sitting in the networkâs newly-formed âWomenâs Sports Sundaysâ slot, which begins June 21.
ABC will air 13 games â and the All-Star Game â starting with an opening weekned doubleheader on May 9, which will feature the Indiana Fever vs. the Dallas Wings and the Las Vegas Aces vs. the Phoenix Mercury.
WNBA games in 2026 will be broadcast on ABC/ESPN, Amazon Prime Video, CBS/Paramount+, ION, NBC/Peacock/NBCSN, USA Sports, NBA TV, and WNBA League Pass.
The WNBA will broadcast a record 216 games during the 2026 season.
Cathy Engelbert is the commissioner of the WNBA.
The 2026 broadcast schedule is unique because it features an unprecedented lineup of games across multiple networks and streaming services.
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CBS will provide primetime coverage for eight games in 2026, though the network will broadcast a total of 20 games across the CBS television network and Paramount+.
CBS will also start things off with a doubleheader. On May 23, the Chicago Sky will take on the Minnesota Lynx at 1 p.m. ET. After that, the Aces will take on the Los Angeles Sparks at 8 p.m. ET.
ION will broadcast the most WNBA games this season. A total of 50 regular-season games will air on the network, including Friday night doubleheaders.
Itâs part of a new spotlight series by the network, which promises the WNBA will be front and center on Friday evenings.
A total of 31 games will be available on Amazon Prime Video this season. That total includes 30 regular-season games and then the Championship Game of the WNBA Commissionerâs Cup, which will take place June 30.
The WNBA is coming back to NBC in 2026. The network will air seven games in 2026, all set on Sunday.
The following day will be owned by Peacock, which will stream 12 Monday matchups. Peacock, however, will also stream three weekend games.
If youâre looking for the WNBA Finals, every single game will be streamed on Peacock and aired on NBC or USA Network.
Speaking of USA Network, it will be a popular hub for WNBA games in 2026. The network will broadcast 48 total games, the second-highest total among all networks or streamers. USA Network coverage of the WNBA will usually takes place Wednesday or Monday nights.
NBA TV will broadcast 15 WNBA games in 2026. The first of which will feature the Portland Fire vs. the Sky on May 9. The final day of the regular season, NBA TV will feature the Toronto Tempo taking on the Connecticut Sun.
WNBA will once again provide League Pass, which promises âselect live games.â Local blackouts may apply, however. Any fan who buys WNBA League Pass will have access to every game the following day. Games can be streamed on the WNBA App or WNBA.com.
This story will be updated.
