How to watch the 2026 WNBA Finals

WASHINGTON — A new champion will be crowned in the WNBA after the Golden State Valkyries swept the Las Vegas Aces in the semifinals. 

The Valkyries will face the Atlanta Dream, who also advanced to the finals after sweeping their semifinal opponent, the New York Liberty.

During the regular season, Golden State beat Atlanta in all three matchups.

Here is how to watch the WNBA Finals:

Finals schedule

Game 1: Saturday, Oct. 17 at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC/Peacock

Game 2: Monday, Oct. 19 at 8 p.m. ET on USA/Peacock

Game 3: Thursday, Oct. 22 at 8 p.m. ET on USA/Peacock

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