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After a thrilling WNBA Playoffs, the 2026 WNBA Finals tip off on Saturday, Oct. 17, with the top two teams in the league, Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries, competing for the WNBA Championship Trophy.
The WNBA Finals is a best of seven series with the Valkyries have home court advantage with the better record between the two teams at 32-12.
At a Glance: Watch the 2026 WNBA Finals Live Online
- When: Oct. 17 to Oct. 31 (if the WNBA Finals goes to seven games)
- Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs. Golden State Valkyries
- TV channels: NBC, USA Network, CNBC
- Stream online: DirecTV, Hulu + Live TV, Sling, Fubo, Peacock
The WNBA is known for celebrity sightings, so it’s likely there may be a number of celebrities in attendance during games. Famous actors, actresses and recording artists have been known to appear at games in the past, including Valkyries fans George Lucas, Ali Wong, Kehlani, E-40 and others; Dream fans Queen Latifah, Future, Jayda Cheaves and others.
How to Watch 2026 WNBA Finals Without Cable
Although WNBA Finals broadcast on TV across NBC, USA Network and CNBC, postseason games can be streamed on web-based streaming cable services, like DirecTV, Fubo, Sling and Hulu + Live TV. Games are also available to livestream on Peacock.
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DirecTV
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Watch the 2026 WNBA Finals with DirecTV, which carries NBC, USA Network and CNBC, along with more than 90 other channels. Sports fans can watch WNBA games for free with the cable streamer’s five-day trial. Afterwards, you can either cancel the service or keep watching, with signature streaming package prices goes for $59.99 per month for the first month of service ($89.99 per month afterward) for the entry-level “Entertainment” package with the streamer’s current deals.
Fubo
At $63.99 for the first month of service, Fubo features WNBA games.
To watch WNBA Finals on NBC, USA Network and CNBC, a subscription to Fubo will do the trick. The streaming service goes for $63.99 for the first month ($88.99 per month afterward) for the “Pro” plan, which comes with more than 230 channels. You can also record over 1,000 hours of TV shows, movies, games and more. If you want to watch online free, the online TV streaming service offers a five-day free trial for new subscribers.
Sling is one of the most affordable options for new live TV streaming subscribers who want to watch the WNBA games on NBC, USA Network and CNBC with the Orange + Blue plan, which comes with more than 50 channels and priced at $69.99 per month. Please note: Prices and channel availability depend on your local TV market.
Hulu + Live TV
Bundled with ESPN Unlimited, Disney+ and Hulu.
To watch NBC, USA Network and CNBC online, a subscription to Hulu + Live TV is fantastic option. The streaming service includes Disney+, ESPN Unlimited and access to more than 100 live channels starting at $49.99 for the first month ($99.99 per month afterward). In addition to live cable, Hulu + Live TV lets subscribers watch originals from Hulu, Disney+ and ESPN Unlimited. It includes unlimited cloud DVR, too.
Peacock
Starting at $12.99 per month, Peacock features WNBA games.
For the 2026 WNBA Finals, Peacock is the home of the WNBA on NBC online. Not a Peacock subscriber? The streamer has an ad-free Peacock Premium package for $12.99 per month (or $129.99 per year). Otherwise, the ad-supported plan is $19.99 per month (or $199.99 per year). Aside from NBA games, you’ll get access to originals such as Ladies of London: The New Reign, The Traitors, Love Island: All Stars and others; live sports and entertainment from NBC Sports; and more than 50 “always-on” streaming channels.
WNBA Finals 2026 Schedule
- Game 1: Saturday, Oct. 17 at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
- Game 2: Monday, Oct. 19 at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
- Game 3: Wednesday, Oct. 21 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA
- Game 4: Saturday, Oct. 24 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA
- Game 5 (if necessary): Monday, Oct. 26 at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
- Game 6 (if necessary): Thursday, Oct. 29 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA
- Game 7 (if necessary): Saturday, Oct. 31 at Chase Center in San Francisco, CA
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