WNBA Playoffs Viewing Guide: How to Watch the Top Eight Teams Battle for Victory
The WNBA playoffs are set to begin on Sunday, September 14, featuring the top eight teams in the league. The postseason consists of three rounds with varying game formats. To catch all the action, fans can watch the games on TV via ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2, or stream them through internet-based services like DirecTV, Fubo, Sling, and Hulu + Live TV. Additionally, the WNBA League Pass is available for those who prefer to watch online. Viewers can take advantage of free trials and discounts offered by select streaming services to enjoy the games at no cost initially.
DirecTV offers a five-day free trial for its streaming service, which includes ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 among other channels. Fubo provides a seven-day free trial for new subscribers and offers plans starting at $45.99 per month. Hulu + Live TV offers a three-day trial bundled with Disney+ and ESPN+ for $82.99 per month after the trial period. Sling TV is another affordable option, with plans starting at $23 per month for the Sling Orange package, which includes ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN3. Sling Orange + Blue, priced at $33 per month, includes additional channels like ABC in select markets. Sling also introduced Day Passes for $4.99, allowing fans to watch live games.
To watch the WNBA Playoffs on ESPN, ESPN2, and ABC, viewers can tune in through their cable TV provider, ESPN.com, or the ESPN mobile app with their cable TV account login. For those interested in attending the games in person, tickets are available through various platforms like TicketNetwork, Vivid Seats, StubHub, Ticket Liquidator, and SeatGeek. Prices for tickets vary based on the city and seat location in the arena. Don't forget to check out exclusive promo codes from The Hollywood Reporter for select ticket sites.