The fall is officially here, which means that the WNBA Playoffs are about to tip off. The games are spread far and wide, so we've rounded up everything you need to know about where to watch the WNBA Playoffs below.
If you're hoping to tune in, you've come to the right place. You can live stream the WNBA Playoffs through Prime Video and a mix of YouTube TV or Peacock Premium and ESPN Unlimited (with a few early-round exceptions). You can access your streaming options from anywhere with a VPN.
Where to watch the WNBA Playoffs in the US
The 2026 WNBA Playoffs are spread across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, NBC, USA, NBC Sports Network/Peacock, and Prime Video in the United States. The first round will show games on ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, USA/CNBC, and Prime Video. The semifinals will air on ABC, NBC/Peacock/NBCSN, and ESPN. The Finals will air on NBC and USA and live stream in full on Peacock.
Peacock will carry NBC, NBCSN, and most USA games. Subscriptions start at $13 a month for Peacock Premium, but you can upgrade to Peacock Premium Plus for $20 a month and unlock ad-free on-demand streaming and a full live stream of your local NBC station. It's worth noting that it looks like Round 1 USA/CNBC games won't be available on Peacock, so you'll need a live TV service like YouTube TV (more on that below) if you're hoping to catch a few of those early games.
Peacock is a convenient streaming source for hit NBC TV shows, Universal movies, and select sports like Sunday Night Football. The service also carries its own slate of original programming.
ESPN Unlimited will carry live streams of every ABC, ESPN, and ESPN2 game. Subscriptions cost $32 a month, but you can save some money each month by opting for one of the Disney Plus bundles.
ESPN Unlimited has everything from ESPN Plus, in addition to all that the ESPN linear networks have to offer, along with some exclusive events not found on broadcast channels.
Prime Video is included in all Amazon Prime subscriptions, which cost $15 a month after a free trial for new customers. If you're only interested in streaming and don't want other Amazon perks, you can get Prime Video on its own for $9 a month.
Amazon Prime Video is a capable, competitive streaming service that's more than just a Prime membership perk. You can also sign up for a stand-alone plan at $9/month.
You can also live stream most games (other than streaming exclusives, like on Prime Video) through a live TV streaming service. YouTube TV is one of the best options with ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, NBC, NBCN, and USA. The Main plan (100+ channels) costs $83 a month, but new users can get $15 a month off their first five months after a free trial. The Sports plan (30+) channels costs $65 a month, but new users can get $20 a month off their first six months after a free trial. These plans also unlock access to ESPN Unlimited live streams.
YouTube TV's main plan carries over 100 channels, ranging from local networks to cable favorites.
How to watch the WNBA Playoffs from anywhere
If you're traveling abroad, you can still keep up with your usual streaming options with the help of a VPN. Short for virtual private networks, VPNs are easy-to-use tech tools that let people temporarily alter their virtual locations. This way, they can access their favorite websites and apps from anywhere, the same way they would back home. Since the services we've highlighted require US methods of payment, this option will work best for Americans who are just traveling away from home.
NordVPN is one of the best VPNs on the market. It's speedy, user-friendly, and has a 30-day money-back guarantee.
NordVPN is top of the pile of the best VPN services. It offers excellent value, with a strong feature set and a low monthly price. A wide selection of international servers, high-end security, fast connections, and audited privacy protection have made the brand a household name in the world of VPNs for a reason.
WNBA Playoffs schedule
- Round 1 (Best of 3 Games): September 27-October 2 at the latest
- Semifinals (Best of 5 Games): October 4-October 14 at the latest
- Finals (Best of 7 Games): October 17-October 31 at the latest
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