# How to 2026 Watch WNBA Preseason Games

A complete guide on how to watch WNBA preseason games in 2026, including schedule and streaming options. (Eakin Howard/Getty Images)

Apr 23, 2026

Abigail Moeckler

The 2026 WNBA season is approaching, and fans are already searching how to watch [WNBA preseason games](https://www.wnba.com/news/free-streaming-2026-preseason-games) as teams prepare for opening day.

This year brings [expanded broadcast coverage](https://justwomenssports.com/reads/wnba-broadcast-schedule-2026-national-games-indiana-fever-how-to-watch/) across multiple platforms, making preseason matchups easier to follow than in previous seasons.

Several preseason games will be available via a mix of national broadcasts and streaming services. Select games are expected to air on networks like ESPN and NBA TV, while others stream on platforms tied to the league's new [media rights deal](https://justwomenssports.com/reads/wnba-inks-blockbuster-new-11-year-media-deal-to-air-games-on-usa-network/).

For fans, knowing how to watch WNBA preseason games ensures they can follow early storylines before the regular season officially begins on May 8th.

## The 2026 WNBA Preseason Game Schedule

Key WNBA preseason matchups include:

- Indiana Fever at New York Liberty on April 25th
- Japan National Team at Las Vegas Aces on April 26th
- Nigeria National Team at Minnesota Lynx on April 27th
- Atlanta Dream at Chicago Sky on April 29th
- Dallas Wings at Indiana Fever on April 30th
- Toronto Tempo at Minnesota Lynx on May 1st
- Nigeria National Team at Indiana Fever on May 2nd
- New York Liberty at Connecticut Sun on May 3rd

While preseason games may not count toward teams' 2026 record, they offer an early look at lineups, [rookie debuts](https://justwomensports.com/reads/2026-wnba-draft-azzi-fudd-dallas-wings-number-one-pick-paige-bueckers/), and new and developing roster dynamics.

## How to Watch 2026 WNBA Preseason Games

Fans can stream all the preseason action via [WNBA League Pass](https://www.wnba.com/leaguepass?plan=annual), a service that typically carries out-of-market games. The WNBA has made this year's preseason lineup free to view, allowing fans to sample the league's streaming platform before committing to the $39.99 for the complete season.

ION is broadcasting four preseason games to a national audience this year. That national coverage tips off on April 25th as [Caitlin Clark](https://justwomensports.com/reads/wnba-injury-report-caitlin-clark-dijonai-carrington-2026/) and the Indiana Fever visit [Breanna Stewart](https://justwomensports.com/reads/breanna-stewart-protest-ice-shooting-in-minneapolis/) and the New York Liberty in Brooklyn.