After their first two semi-final games in the WNBA playoffs, the New York Liberty is 2-0 against their rivals and last season’s champs the Las Vegas Aces. If New York manages to sweep this series, they’ll continue on the path toward their first-ever league championship. The next Liberty vs. Aces game will be broadcast on ESPN2 on Friday at 9:30 p.m. ET. The game can also be streamed after it concludes on WNBA League Pass. Are you ready to watch the New York Liberty play the Las Vegas Aces during the WNBA playoffs? Here’s what you need to know ahead of the Liberty vs. Aces game tonight and how to get live game updates.
How to watch the WNBA Playoffs: New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces:
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Date: Friday, Oct. 4
Time: 9:30 p.m. ET
Location: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas
TV channels: ESPN2
Streaming: Fubo TV, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, DirecTV
What time is the Liberty vs. Aces game?
The Liberty vs. Aces game tips off at 9:30 p.m. ET tonight.
New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces game channel:
The Liberty vs. Aces game will air on ESPN2.
How to watch the New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces game without cable:
You can watch ESPN2 live on platforms including Fubo, DirecTV, Hulu with Live TV and YouTube TV. The game will also be available to stream after it concludes on WNBA League Pass.
AT $90/month, Fubo TV’s Elite tier gives you access to ESPN, ESPN2, ABC, CBS, CBS Sports Network, NBA TV, Ion and 200-plus more live channels. The live TV streaming service is one of the priciest options on this list, but it still leaves you with major savings compared with a traditional cable package and will get you access to the most WNBA games you can watch with just one subscription. Fubo subscribers also get 1,000 hours of cloud DVR storage.
The platform offers a free trial period, and right now you can get $30 off your first month of any tier after the trial period ends.
Can I watch the WNBA Playoffs on DirecTV?
Yes, DirecTV will be carrying ABC and all ESPN channels again after a brief disruption in coverage on the platform. DirecTV subscribers will be able to watch every playoff game of the WNBA.
When are the 2024 WNBA Playoffs?
Round one of the WNBA playoffs began on Sunday, September 22. The playoffs are scheduled through October 18 if necessary.
Who is playing in the WNBA Playoffs?
Eight teams advanced to the WNBA playoffs, but after the first round, four are now competing in the semifinals. They are:
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New York Liberty (32-8)
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Minnesota Lynx (30-10)
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Connecticut Sun (28-12)
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Las Vegas Aces (27-13)
Which teams were eliminated during the WNBA Playoffs?
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Seattle Storm (25-15) – Eliminated after Round 1
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Indiana Fever (20-20) – Eliminated after Round 1
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Phoenix Mercury (19-21) – Eliminated after Round 1
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Atlanta Dream (15-25) – Eliminated after Round 1
The best way to watch WNBA playoff games:
While this season’s WNBA games aired across upwards of 10 channels and streaming platforms, including Prime Video, ION, and other national broadcast networks, the playoffs will be exclusive to ABC and ESPN. Note that they will not be carried on ESPN+.
What is the WNBA Playoff format?
The WNBA playoffs feature an eight-team bracket; participating teams are decided based on their regular season record. During the first-round, games are played on a best-of-three series. Semifinal and final games are played as a best-of-five series.
WNBA Playoffs Schedule:
Sunday, September 22:
Tuesday, September 24
Wednesday, September 25
Semi-Finals
Sunday, September 29
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Aces (77) vs. (87) Liberty, Game 1
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Sun (73) vs. (70) Lynx, Game 1
Tuesday, October 1
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Aces (84) vs. (88) Liberty, Game 2
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Sun (70) vs. (77) Lynx, Game 2
Friday, October 4
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Sun vs. Lynx, Game 3 – 7:30 p.m. ET (ESPN2)
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Aces vs. Liberty, Game 3 – 9:30 p.m. (ESPN2)
Sunday, October 6
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Aces vs. Liberty, Game 4 (if necessary)
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Sun vs. Lynx, Game 4 (if necessary)
Tuesday, October 8
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Aces vs. Liberty, Game 5 (if necessary)
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Sun vs. Lynx, Game 5 (if necessary)
WNBA Finals presented by YouTube TV
Thursday, October 10
Sunday, October 13
Wednesday, October 16
Friday, October 18
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Game 4 (if necessary)
Sunday, October 20
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Game 5 (if necessary)
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