WNBA playoffs 2026: Matchups, bracket, full schedule and how to watch
The WNBA playoffs will begin on Sept. 27 and could run through Halloween.
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The WNBA playoffs will begin on Sept. 27 and could run through Halloween.
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One of the most intriguing first round matchups of the WNBA playoffs is between the third-seed Las Vegas Aces and the sixth-seed Indiana Fever. In the regular season, the Fever won two out of three games in the season series between the two teams. July 5: Fever win 84-68 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas,… The post 2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: Las Vegas Aces vs. Indiana Fever appeared first on Winsidr.
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In the first round of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, the No. 4 Atlanta Dream face off against the No. 5 Washington Mystics in a series that will kick off in Atlanta. Series Schedule: Game One: State Farm Arena – Sunday, Sep. 27 at 7:00 p.m. ET (Prime Video) Game Two: CareFirst Arena – Wednesday, Sep.… The post 2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: Atlanta Dream vs. Washington Mystics appeared first on Winsidr.
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In the franchise’s second year of existence, the Golden State Valkyries have clinched the No. 2 seed in the 2026 playoffs, and will face the No. 7 Dallas Wings in a best-of-three series in the first round of the post-season. Series Schedule: Game One: Chase Center – 6:00 p.m. PT on Sunday, Sep. 27… The post 2026 WNBA Playoffs Preview – Round 1: Golden State Valkyries vs. Dallas Wings appeared first on Winsidr.
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The longest WNBA campaign ever gives way to one of its most wide-open postseasons in years. With the bracket now set, it looks like all eight playoff entrants have a viable path to glory … should they escape this loaded first round. Stars shine bright as knockout basketball notches up the intensity. Perennial MVP A’ja Wilson leads the Las Vegas Aces in their title defense versus ever-popular Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. The propulsive Olivia Miles and the heat-checking Paige Bueckers mak
WASHINGTON, DC - AUGUST 07: Kiki Iriafen #44 of the Washington Mystics drives to the basket against Angel Reese #5 of the Atlanta Dream during the second half of the game at CareFirst Arena on August 7, 2026 in Washington, DC. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Scott Taetsch/Getty Images) | Getty Images The Washington Mystics will...
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The Minnesota Lynx will meet the New York Liberty in Round 1 of the WNBA playoffs, opening with Game 1 on Sunday in Minneapolis. Here’s the complete schedule for the best-of-3 series with TV and timing information (times listed in Central) Game 1: 1 p.m. Sunday in Minneapolis, ABC Game 2: 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in New York, USA/CNBC Game 3 (if necessary): Thursday in Minneapolis, TBD Related ...
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The 2026 WNBA playoffs get underway this weekend and ESPN have now ranked the top 25 stars competing in the competition. The Indiana Fever kick off their playoff run on Sunday with a meeting against the 2025 WNBA Finals winner, the Las Vegas Aces.
The WNBA season started with 15 teams with the addition of the Fire and Tempo, but only eight teams remain as the postseason is set to tip off.
The 2026 WNBA playoffs have something for every fan. Angel Reese and Paige Bueckers are set to make their playoff debuts. The Indiana Fever will have Caitlin Clark for their stretch run after missing her last postseason. Rookie sensation Olivia Miles will join a veteran-anchored Minnesota Lynx roster in their quest to become the first franchise to win five titles — what would be their first in nearly a decade. (They last won it all in 2017.) That’s without even mentioning that reigning league MV
The Bay Area once again has a championship contender. Chase Center is sold out every home game. Basketball is the talk of the town. Only this time it has nothing...
ESPN and CBS have reported strong viewership increases.
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