WRTV to Air 13 WNBA Games in 2026 Season

Indiana's local TV station will broadcast the league's All-Star Game and regular season matchups.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 8:37pm

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WRTV, the ABC affiliate in Indianapolis, has announced it will air 13 WNBA regular season games during the 2026 season, including the league's All-Star Game. The games will be broadcast on Saturdays and Sundays throughout the summer, giving local fans more opportunities to watch the Indiana Fever and other WNBA teams in action.

Why it matters

The expanded WNBA coverage on WRTV is a win for basketball fans in Indiana, who will have more chances to support the Indiana Fever and see the league's top stars in action. It also demonstrates the growing popularity and visibility of the WNBA as it enters its 30th season.

The details

WRTV's WNBA broadcast schedule includes 13 regular season games, as well as the league's annual All-Star Game, which will be held in Chicago this year. The games will air on Saturdays and Sundays throughout May, June, July, and August, giving fans multiple opportunities to tune in.

  • The 2026 WNBA season will begin in May 2026.
  • WRTV will air its first WNBA game on Saturday, May 9 at 12:30 p.m.
  • The WNBA All-Star Game will take place on Saturday, July 25 at 8 p.m.
  • WRTV's final WNBA broadcast of the 2026 season will be on Sunday, August 9 at 12 p.m.

The players

Caitlin Clark

Guard for the Indiana Fever.

Tiffany Mitchell

Forward for the Connecticut Sun.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to be able to bring more WNBA action to our viewers in Indiana. The league has so much talent and excitement, and we know our fans are going to love tuning in to watch their favorite teams and players.”

— Mike Corbin, General Manager, WRTV

What’s next

Fans can find the full Indiana Fever schedule for the 2026-27 season on the team's website.

The takeaway

WRTV's expanded WNBA coverage is a win for basketball fans in Indiana, who will have more opportunities to support the Indiana Fever and watch the league's top talent. This move reflects the growing popularity and visibility of the WNBA as it celebrates its 30th season.