Sky Sports has secured an unprecedented deal to broadcast 70+ live WNBA regular season games, including playoff matches and the entire WNBA Finals, beginning with Sunday's clash between the Los Angeles Sparks and Las Vegas Aces. This marks the first time UK and Irish audiences can watch the league's biggest stars - A'ja Wilson, Napheesa Collier, Caitlin Clark, and Alyssa Thomas - year-round, alongside NBA coverage through 2036.Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo will join the expanded 2026 WNBA season, which runs through October. The 30th anniversary edition introduces new teams while maintaining competitive intensity, with the Las Vegas Aces aiming to defend their title against rising contenders like the New York Liberty and Indiana Fever.

Sky Sports' coverage begins this week as the league's inaugural season under their partnership kicks off.The agreement extends Sky Sports' NBA broadcasting rights until 2036, creating a seamless transition between basketball seasons. UK fans can now access WNBA action via Sky Sports' streaming platform NOW TV without long-term commitments. This historic deal ensures uninterrupted coverage of both leagues' top talent, from regular-season showdowns to October's championship climax.With the 2026 WNBA season officially underway, basketball enthusiasts in the UK can tune in to Sky Sports Mix for real-time updates, expert analysis, and highlight reels.

The partnership solidifies basketball's growing popularity in Europe, offering fans unprecedented access to the sport's most dynamic players and pivotal moments throughout the campaign.