Weeks of playoff action culminate in a seven-game series that will cement one team into basketball history. Watching the WNBA Finals is always exciting, but this year could be one for the ages.
The Finals, if they go all seven games, will be a two-week-long slugfest between two of the league’s best teams starting in mid-October. Fans can watch all the action on NBC and USA Network.
Keep reading to learn how to watch every possession of the WNBA Finals on TV, from plan recommendations to advice on how to watch games for free.
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What channels have WNBA Finals games?
The 2026 WNBA Finals will air primarily on two channels: NBC and USA Network. For those who would rather stream the WNBA Finals, they’ll be able to watch all seven (potential) games on Peacock Premium.
This is a change from last year, when each game was broadcast on ESPN’s family of networks.
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2026 WNBA Finals TV schedule
The WNBA Finals get underway Saturday, October 17, with Game 1. It’ll be an all-important matchup to see who gains the early momentum in the series, and if they can keep it.
Check out the full WNBA Finals TV schedule below so you don’t miss a second of the action.
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channels |
|---|---|---|---|
| TBD | Saturday, Oct. 17 | 3:30 p.m. | NBC, Peacock Premium |
| TBD | Monday, Oct. 19 | 8:00 p.m. | USA Network, Peacock Premium |
| TBD | Thursday, Oct. 22 | 8:00 p.m. | USA Network, Peacock Premium |
| TBD | Saturday, Oct. 24 | 3:30 p.m. | NBC, Peacock Premium |
| TBD* | Monday, Oct. 26 | 8:00 p.m. | USA Network, Peacock Premium |
| TBD* | Thursday, Oct. 29 | 8:00 p.m. | USA Network, Peacock Premium |
| TBD* | Saturday, Oct. 31 | 8:00 p.m. | USA Network, Peacock Premium |
Data effective as of post date.
*If necessary
Best TV plans for watching the WNBA Finals
Most cable, satellite, and live TV streaming providers carry NBC and USA Network. But when it comes to “best,” there are really only two we recommend for the WNBA Finals specifically in 2026. Check out what they are below.
Peacock Premium ($12.99–$19.99/mo.)
Peacock Premium is the primo service if you want to watch the WNBA Finals in 2026. The service will stream every game of the best-of-seven series, regardless of whether it’s airing on NBC or USA Network.
Aside from that series, the streaming service is great because it simulcasts any sporting event on NBC — and there are many. NBA, NFL, and college football are just some examples of the live sports available year-round through Peacock Premium.
YouTube TV ($82.99/mo.)
YouTube TV carries both NBC and USA Network. It has a sleek, user-friendly interface and offers unlimited DVR recording.
Aside from the WNBA Finals, the live TV streaming service’s wide range of channels gives fans the ability to watch pro women’s basketball all season long. It also has most of the channels you’ll need to watch NBA, NFL, and college football games.
How to watch the WNBA Finals for free
There are a couple of ways you’ll be able to watch the WNBA Finals for free. It’ll just take some mixing and matching.
Two games will be broadcast on NBC. That channel is available for free via a digital antenna. Just make sure you’re in range of a transmitter, which you can do using the handy tool from Antennas Direct.
The other five games (if the series goes the distance) are on USA Network. That channel is only available with some sort of TV plan.
Peacock doesn’t offer a free trial for any of its plans. But you can score a limited trial through live TV streaming services like YouTube TV and DIRECTV. Each provider offers a free trial, but lengths vary.
How to watch the WNBA Finals FAQ
Who is playing in the WNBA Finals?
The teams vying for the championship have not been determined at the time of publication.
Can I watch the WNBA Finals on Amazon Prime?
No, the WNBA Finals will not stream on Amazon Prime Video in 2026.
Can you watch the WNBA Finals without cable?
The best way to watch the WNBA Finals in 2026 is on Peacock Premium, which will stream every game. You can also subscribe to live TV streaming services like DIRECTV, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV — all of which carry NBC and USA Network.
When did the WNBA Finals expand to a best-of-seven series?
The WNBA Finals moved to a best-of-seven series in 2025.
Why you should trust us
Our CableTV.com Junior Sports Writer, Alex Vejar, verified the WNBA Finals broadcast schedule through multiple sources. He analyzed the broadcast information and cross-referenced it with TV channel lineups and streaming services. Using that information, he recommended TV plans tailored for every type of WNBA fan, regardless of budget.
Check out our How We Rank page to learn more about our methods.
