The New York Liberty and the Las Vegas Aces have an ongoing postseason rivalry in the WNBA – the Aces defeated the Liberty in the finals last year to win the title, but after this weekend’s showing in their first semifinal, it seems the Liberty on they seek revenge. Sabrina Ionescu helped the New York Liberty to their 87-77 victory against the Aces during Game 1 of their playoff series, putting 21 points on the board, and with Game 2 of the series taking place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, the Liberty do that too. have home advantage again.
The next match between Liberty vs. Aces airs Tuesdays at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN2. The game can also be streamed afterwards on WNBA League Pass. Are you ready to see the New York Liberty play the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA playoffs? Here’s what you need to know ahead of the Liberty vs. Aces match tonight 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: Tuesday October 1
Time: 7:30 PM ET
Location: Barclays Center, Brooklyn NY
TV channels: ESPN2
Streaming: Fubo TV, Sling TV, Hulu with live TV, DirecTV
What time is Liberty vs. Aces game?
The match between Liberty and Aces starts tonight at 7:30 PM ET.
Game channel New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces:
The Liberty vs. Aces game will be broadcast on ESPN2.
This is how you watch the New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces 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 on WNBA League Pass afterwards.
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Can I watch the WNBA Playoffs on DirecTV?
Yes, DirecTV will resume broadcasting ABC and all ESPN channels after a brief hiatus of coverage on the platform. DirecTV subscribers can watch every WNBA playoff game.
When are the 2024 WNBA Playoffs?
The first round of the WNBA playoffs began on Sunday, September 22. The play-offs are scheduled until October 18, if necessary.
Who’s playing in the WNBA Playoffs?
Eight teams advanced to the WNBA playoffs, but after the first round, four advance to the semifinals. They are:
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Freedom of New York (32-8)
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Minnesota lynx (30-10)
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Connecticut Sun (28-12)
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Las Vegas Ace (27-13)
Which teams were eliminated from 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 aired on more than ten channels and streaming platforms, including Prime Video, ION and other national broadcast networks, the playoffs will be exclusive to ABC and ESPN. Note that they will not will air on ESPN+.
What is the WNBA Playoff Format?
The WNBA playoffs include an eight-team bracket; participating teams are determined based on their regular season record. During the first round, matches will be played in a best-of-three series. Semi-finals and finals will be played as a best-of-five series.
WNBA Playoffs Schedule:
Sunday September 22:
Tuesday September 24
Wednesday September 25
Semi-finals
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 vs. Liberty, Game 2 – 7:30 PM (ESPN2)
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Sun vs. Lynx, Game 2 – 9:30 PM (ESPN2)
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
