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After their first two semifinal games in the WNBA playoffs, the New York Liberty are 2-0 against their rivals and last season’s champions, the Las Vegas Aces. If New York manages to sweep this series, they will continue on the path to their first league championship. The next game Liberty vs. Aces will air on ESPN2 on Friday at 9:30 pm ET. The game can also be streamed after its conclusion 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 before the Liberty vs. Tonight’s Aces 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, October 4
Time: 9:30 pm Eastern Time
Location: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas
Television channels: ESPN2
Transmission: Fubo TV, Sling TV, Hulu with Live TV, DirecTV
What time is the Liberty vs Aces game?
The game Liberty vs. Aces starts tonight at 9:30 pm ET.
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 like Fubo, DirecTV, Hulu with Live TV, and YouTube TV. The game will also be available to stream once it concludes on WNBA League Pass.
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Can I watch the WNBA Playoffs on DirecTV?
Yes, DirecTV will return to airing ABC and all ESPN channels after a brief hiatus in coverage on the platform. DirecTV subscribers will be able to watch all WNBA playoff games.
When are the 2024 WNBA Playoffs?
The first round of the WNBA playoffs began on Sunday, September 22. The playoffs are scheduled until October 18 if necessary.
Who plays 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 have aired on more than 10 channels and streaming platforms, including Prime Video, ION and other national broadcast networks, the playoffs will be exclusive to ABC and ESPN. Please note that they will No will air on ESPN+.
What is the format of the WNBA playoffs?
The WNBA playoffs feature a pool of eight teams; Participating teams are decided based on their regular season record. During the first round, games are played in a best-of-three series. The semi-final and final matches are played as a best-of-five series.
WNBA Playoff Schedule:
Sunday September 22:
Tuesday September 24
Wednesday, September 25
Semifinals
Sunday September 29
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Aces (77) vs. (87) FreedomGame 1
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sun (73) vs. (70) Lynx, game 1
Tuesday October 1
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Aces (84) vs. (88) FreedomGame 2
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Sun (70) vs. (77) LynxGame 2
Friday October 4
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Sun vs Lynx, Game 3 – 7:30 pm ET (ESPN2)
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Aces vs. Liberty, Game 3 – 9:30 pm (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
Sunday October 20
