The WNBA Playoffs have arrived and ESPN will exclusively carry all of the games throughout the postseason.
The two-time defending NBA champion Las Vegas Aces, the top overall seed New York Liberty, and Caitlin Clark’s Indiana Fever will all be competing in the tournament for the W’s championship. You can see the first-round broadcast schedule here.
Fans can stream all of the action on the hardwood and find out how to watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs without cable below.
How to Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live Without Cable TV
ESPN family of networks will be home of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs. Cord cutters can stream games live on ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, or any compatible device with a subscription to DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo, Sling TV, Hulu + Live TV, or YouTube TV.
ABC is also available to watch for free with an antenna and AntennaWeb is a great tool to find out which ABC affiliates are in your area.
You can find out more about each streaming service, below.
Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live on DIRECTV STREAM
Stream the 2024 WNBA Playoffs with DIRECTV STREAM. The Entertainment package includes ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, and other local channels, including CBS, Fox, The CW, and NBC in a lineup of over 90 channels for only $79.99 per month.
With all DIRECTV STREAM plans there are no contracts, no hidden fees, and a subscription includes unlimited cloud DVR storage.
New subscribers can take advantage of a 5-day free trial before subscribing.
Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live on Sling TV
Stream the WNBA’s postseason on ABC (in select markets), ESPN and ESPN2 with Sling Orange & Blue. Starting at $55 per month, subscribers can watch the playoffs in a 36+ channel lineup and get 50 hours of DVR storage to record the biggest moments of the game, hit shows, movies, and more.
Save 50% on your first month of Sling TV for a limited time.
Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live on Fubo
Stream the 2024 WNBA Playoff games with Fubo. With over 100 sporting events, the Pro plan includes other local channels (ABC, FOX, NBC, CBS, and the CW) and national networks ESPN, ESPN2, in a lineup of over 190 channels for only $79.99 per month. Relive your favorite moments during the season and rewatch your favorite shows with unlimited hours of Cloud DVR space.
New subscribers can try Fubo for free.
Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live on Hulu + Live TV
Stream over 95 channels on Hulu + Live TV for $76.99 per month. The streamer includes the 2024 WNBA Playoffs live on ABC, ESPN2, ESPN, and more popular entertainment, lifestyle, news, and sports networks. Plus, the service offers unlimited access to the Hulu library, Disney+, and live sports on ESPN+ for no additional charge. Record your favorite shows and sporting events for up to 9 months with unlimited DVR storage.
New subscribers can try Hulu + Live TV for free for three days.
Watch the 2024 WNBA Playoffs Live on YouTube TV
Stream over 100 channels, including the playoffs on ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, and more with YouTube TV for only $72.99 per month. The service includes unlimited DVR and the ability to share 6 accounts per household.
2024 WNBA Playoffs Schedule: Round 1
| Date | Time (ET) | Matchup | Platform(s) |
| Sun, Sep 22 | 1 p.m. | Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty – Game 1 Pam Ward, Monica McNutt, Arielle Chambers | ESPN |
| 2:30 p.m. | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google Elle Duncan, Andraya Carter, Chiney Ogwumike | ABC | |
| 3 p.m. | Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun – Game 1 Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, Holly Rowe | ABC | |
| 4:30 p.m. | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google Elle Duncan, Andraya Carter, Chiney Ogwumike | ESPN | |
| 5 p.m. | Phoenix Mercury vs. Minnesota Lynx – Game 1 Michael Grady, Deb Antonelli, Brooke Weisbrod | ESPN | |
| 10 p.m. | Seattle Storm vs. Las Vegas Aces – Game 1 Angel Gray, LaChina Robinson, Taylor Tannenbaum | ESPN | |
| TBD | The Wrap-Up Presented by AT&T Sam Ravech, Arielle Chambers | YouTube, Facebook, ESPN App | |
| Tue, Sep 24 | 7 p.m. | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google LaChina Robinson, Andraya Carter, Carolyn Peck | ESPN |
| 7:30 p.m. | Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty – Game 2 Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, Holly Rowe | ESPN | |
| 9:30 p.m. | Seattle Storm vs. Las Vegas Aces – Game 2 Pam Ward, Monica McNutt, Angel Gray | ESPN | |
| Wed, Sep 25 | 7 p.m. | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google LaChina Robinson, Andraya Carter, Carolyn Peck, Chiney Ogwumike | ESPN |
| 7:30 p.m. | Indiana Fever vs. Connecticut Sun – Game 2 Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo, Holly Rowe | ESPN | |
| 9:30 p.m. | Phoenix Mercury vs. Minnesota Lynx – Game 2 Michael Grady, Deb Antonelli, Brooke Weisbrod | ESPN | |
| Thu, Sep 26 | 2 p.m. | WNBA Hoop Streams Presented by Google Sam Ravech, Ari Chambers | YouTube, Facebook, ESPN App |
| TBD | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google LaChina Robinson, Andraya Carter, Carolyn Peck | ESPN2 | |
| TBD | New York Liberty vs. Atlanta Dream – Game 3* TBD | ESPN2 | |
| TBD | Las Vegas Aces vs. Seattle Storm – Game 3* Pam Ward, Monica McNutt, Angel Gray | ESPN2 | |
| Fri, Sep 27 | TBD | WNBA Countdown Presented by Google LaChina Robinson, Andraya Carter, Carolyn Peck, Chiney Ogwumike | ESPN2 |
| TBD | Connecticut Sun vs. Indiana Fever – Game 3* Ryan Ruocco, Rebecca Lobo | ESPN2 | |
| TBD | Minnesota Lynx vs. Phoenix Mercury – Game 3* Michael Grady, Deb Antonelli, Brooke Weisbrod | ESPN2 |
*Game 3 (if necessary)