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With the start of a new one W.N.B.A Seasonally, the league's popularity continues to grow with the rise of rookies Caitlin ClarkAngel Reese, Cameron Brink and Kamilla Cardoso.
The WNBA season begins on Tuesday, May 14, while the 40-game regular season concludes on Thursday, September 19. look at the complete the 2024 WNBA season schedule here.
At a Glance: Watch the 2024 WNBA season online
- When Tuesday, May 14 to Thursday, September 19
- TV channels ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS, CBS Sport Network, ION Television and NBA TV
- Stream online DirectTV, Hulu + Live TV, Garland, Fubo, Prime Video, ESPN+, Disney+, Biggest+ And Meta-quest
Now that the tip is about to begin, keep reading to find out how to watch the WNBA season, and how to find tickets to games.
How to Stream the 2024 WNBA Season Without Cable: Stream Online for Free
While the WNBA season is broadcast on TV via ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION Television and NBA TV, games can also be streamed on web-based streaming cable services, such as DirectTV stream And Fubo, some of which even offer free trials. There are also games available for streaming Prime Video, ESPN+, Disney+, Biggest+ And Meta Horizon Worlds app.
Please note: All 40 games per team during the 2024 WNBA season will be available across multiple networks, streaming services and platforms. The only service that each game offers is WNBA League Pass; learn more about the network here.
Ahead, find out how to watch the WNBA games with and without a cable subscription.
DirectTV stream
Watch the 2024 WNBA season with DirectTV streamwhich offers ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION Television and NBA TV, along with more than 90 other channels – such as NBC, Fox, AMC, Bravo, CNBC, Disney Channel and others.
The streamer has a five-day free trial available, allowing you to watch the WNBA's opening day on May 14. After that, you can cancel the service or keep watching, with prices starting at $69.99 for the entry-level entertainment package. Other plans offer upwards of 125-185 channels, with prices ranging from $74.99 to $149.99 per month for the first 24 months of the service ($84.99 to $159.99 per month, respectively).
Fubo
Another way to watch WNBA games on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION Television and NBA TV is via Fubo. The streaming service starts at $79.99 per month for over 185 channels. You can also record over 1000 hours of TV shows, movies, games and more.
Other plans include the Elite package (with over 252 channels for $89.99 per month and the Premier tier which comes with almost 261 channels, NFL RedZone, Showtime and 4K quality for $99.99 per month. If you want to watch part of the WNBA season live online for free, the online TV streaming service offers a free seven-day trial for new subscribers.
Hulu + Live TV
To watch ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS and CBS Sports Network online, you need to subscribe to Hulu + Live TV is another fantastic option. The streaming service has access to more than 90 live channels – like BET, CNN, Food Network and more – starting at $76.99 per month and comes with Hulu's entire streaming library, as well as Disney+ and ESPN+.
In addition to live TV, Hulu + Live TV lets subscribers watch originals from Hulu, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm (Star Wars), The Muppets Studio and Pixar Animation, as well as ESPN+ for original sports programming and live sports from Formula 1, UFC, MLB and other sports leagues. It also includes unlimited cloud DVR. Hulu offers one free three day trial to try before purchasing a monthly subscription.
Unfortunately, Hulu + Live TV does not have ION Television and NBA TV in their channel lineup.
Garland
Garland is one of the cheapest options for new live TV streaming subscribers who want to watch WNBA games on ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, and ABC. The Baby carrier Orange + Blue subscription is $35 per month for the first month ($60 per month thereafter). Unfortunately, the streaming service doesn't offer ION, Prime Video, CBS, CBS Sports Network, Paramount+, Meta Quest, or WNBA League Pass.
Baby carrier Orange + Blue also features Discovery Channel, Disney Channel, CNN, Fox News, TNT, TBS, Bravo, FreeForm, QVC, MSNBC and more.
ESPN+
ESPN+ has streamed 27 WNBA games live this season. If you are not a subscriber, you can do that too sign up for ESPN+ for $10.99 per month.
ESPN+ includes original programming such as The Pat McAfee Show, 30 for 30, McEnroe's places, Man in the Arena: Tom Brady, Southern Hoops: A History of SEC Basketball, Deion's doubles and others. Meanwhile, it comes with streaming access to live sports from UFC, Formula 1, NHL, MLB and other sports leagues.
Disney+
The WNBA games are broadcast on ESPN and ESPN2 are also livestreaming Disney+ for subscribers throughout the season.
If you are not a subscriber, Disney+ costs $7.99 per month for the ad-supported Basic plan, while it also costs $13.99 per month for the ad-free Premium plan. Of Disney+you have access to originals from The Walt Disney Company, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, Pixar and National Geographic.
The Disney trio
ESPN+ is also available with the Disney trioincluding access to the ad-supported versions of Hulu and Disney+ for $14.99 per month, or about a 45 percent discount compared to signing up for separate subscriptions.
However, if you want to go somewhat ad-free, you can use the Disney trio Premium bundle includes the ad-free versions of Hulu and Disney+ with the ad-supported version of ESPN+ for $24.99 per month.
Biggest+
Biggest+ has 20 games scheduled on CBS and CBS Sports Network during the 2024 WNBA season. Fortunately, Biggest+ has a seven-day free trial so you can try out the service before committing.
After that, you can cancel the streaming service completely or just keep watching Biggest+ for $5.99 per month for the basic ad-supported plan. If you want to go ad-free, Paramount+ with Showtime package costs $11.99 per month and includes Showtime at no additional cost. Save 16 percent on your Biggest+ subscription when you sign up for an annual package ($60 or $120 per year, respectively).
Prime Video
Prime Video features 21 games throughout the season. Can get new subscribers a 30 day free trial for Prime Video; after that, it automatically renews for $8.99 per month (as a standalone service). Amazon Primein its entirety costs $14.99 per month, or $139 per year – a savings of almost 25 percent compared to paying the regular monthly price.
Amazon Prime includes access to Prime Video, Prime gaming And Amazon Music Prime; as well as fast free shipping on most items sold through the online retailer with Prime Delivery; in-store discounts at Whole Foods Market, access to exclusive shopping events – like Prime Day and Black Friday – and much more.
Friendly TV
ION Television will have 43 WNBA games throughout the season. Friendly TV is a good way to stream ION as the stream starts at just $6.99 per month. It also has a free seven-day trial available to watch other networks such as A&E, The Hallmark Channel, History, Lifetime, Vice and others.
How to watch the 2024 WNBA season on cable
The WNBA games are broadcast ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, CBS, CBS Sports Network, ION Television And NBA TV in the US You can watch these channels online at their respective websites by logging in with your cable TV provider account.
However, Prime Video, ESPN+, Disney+, Biggest+ And Meta Horizon Worlds app via Meta Quest VR headset are not available on cable.
Where to buy 2024 WNBA season tickets online
Do you want to watch matches in person? Tickets for WNBA games are available at StubHub, Ticket liquidator, Ticket Network, Ticketmaster And Game time — prices depend on city and seat location. For more information, visit WNBA.com.
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