Where to watch Liberty vs. Fever preseason game: Channel, time, TV schedule, live stream for Caitlin Clark and more originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The WNBA’s biggest stars are back, with the 2026 preseason opening Saturday in New York as the Liberty host the Fever.
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It’s a battle of Big Threes at Barclays Center as Caitlin Clark, Kelsey Mitchell and Aliyah Boston lead Indiana against Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones to begin the run-up to the new season.
Stewart should need the least seasoning of anyone on the court. The veteran just helped Fenerbahce win the EuroLeague women’s title last weekend on the heels of an Unrivaled championship with Mist BC.
Even in the preseason, though, all eyes will be on Clark. The Fever superstar played in just 13 games last year thanks to a variety of injury issues and is focused on her health entering 2026. One new wrinkle on that end is Clark plans to run the point less often this season, with Mitchell and rookie Raven Johnson likely to take on more ballhandling to reduce the wear and tear on Clark.
That will be one element to watch during the preseason, but all that really matters for W fans is basketball is back. Here’s how to watch Saturday’s game.
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Where to watch Liberty vs. Fever preseason game
The Liberty vs. Fever preseason opener will be broadcast on ION affiliates nationwide. ION is set to carry four preseason and 50 regular-season games in 2026, anchored by weekly Friday night doubleheaders.
Fans can stream ION in local markets via fubo or DIRECTV, both of which offer a free trial for new users.
Stream ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox and 100+ top channels of live TV and sports on fubo without cable. (Participating plans only. Taxes and fees may apply.)
All 2026 preseason games also will be available to stream via WNBA League Pass for free with registration.
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What time is the Liberty vs. Fever game today?
The Liberty and Fever will open the 2026 WNBA preseason Saturday, with tipoff set for 3 p.m. ET.
The game will be played at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
New York Liberty schedule 2026
Here are the Liberty’s upcoming games:
|
Date |
Game |
Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
|
May 3 |
at Sun (preseason) |
5 p.m. |
|
May 8 |
vs. Sun |
7:30 p.m. |
|
May 10 |
at Mystics |
3 p.m. |
|
May 12 |
at Fire |
10 p.m. |
|
May 14 |
at Fire |
10 p.m. |
Here are the Fever’s upcoming games:
|
Date |
Game |
Time (ET) |
|---|---|---|
|
April 30 |
vs. Wings (preseason) |
7 p.m. |
|
May 2 |
vs. Nigeria national team |
7 p.m. |
|
May 9 |
vs. Wings |
1 p.m. |
|
May 13 |
at Sparks |
10:30 p.m. |
|
May 15 |
vs. Mystics |
7:30 p.m. |
