How to watch the WNBA draft without cable

The 2024 WNBA draft is taking place on April 15 at the Brooklyn Academy of Music in New York City. Coverage begins with the WNBA Countdown at 7 p.m. ET with draft picks starting at 7:30 p.m. Here's how to watch it all happen live.

Where to watch the WNBA Draft

The 2024 WNBA draft will air on ESPN. You can watch the draft live with a live TV streaming service that includes ESPN in its lineup.

Watch the WNBA Draft on Sling TV (Featured partner)

Sling TV is one of the most affordable live TV streaming options, and one that's a solid choice for anyone interested in catching the WNBA Draft. You can watch with the Sling Orange which costs $40 per month for 32 channels, including ESPN. For an extended channel lineup, you can also opt for the Sling Orange & Blue plan for $55 per month which includes every channel from both the Orange and Blue plans.

Sling customers can also add the Sports Extra package and gain access to NBA TV, among other channels, for only $11 more per month. Sling TV currently has an offer for new subscribers to get half off of your first month.

Watch the WNBA Draft on DIRECTV STREAM

DIRECTV STREAM has the most extensive channel list of the live TV streaming options, with packages starting at $79.99 per month. ESPN is included in every package. Along with ESPN for the Draft, DIRECTV STREAM is one of the few services to offer a full lineup of regional sports networks (RSNs) in addition to local channels, giving subscribers everything they need to keep up with their favorite teams. DIRECTV STREAM has a five-day free trial. 

Watch the WNBA Draft on Fubo

Fubo is a sports-focused streaming service with three plans to choose from, starting at $79.99 per month. Each plan includes ESPN. If you're looking for more sports after the WNBA draft, consider the Elite or Premier plan for more channels and features like 4K streaming. Like DIRECTV STREAM, Fubo also has a full list of RSNs. The streaming service offers a seven-day free trial. 

Watch the WNBA Draft on Hulu + Live TV

With the Hulu + Live TV plan, you'll get access to ESPN for the Draft, along with 95+ other live TV channels. Hulu + Live TV subscribers also get access to ESPN Plus for even more sports coverage. You can also get the Sports Extra for $9.99 per month to add NFL RedZone and more sports channels to your lineup. Hulu + Live TV now has a three-day free trial to test the service out before committing to a monthly subscription.

Watch the WNBA Draft on YouTube TV

YouTube TV also has a single plan, with over 100 channels for $72.99 per month. You can watch ESPN on YouTube TV, making this another option for viewing the WNBA draft live. Basketball fans should also note that YouTube TV has NBA TV, ABC, and SEC Network in the lineup. YouTube TV also has features that allow fans to see stats, key plays, and live scores on demand for any game. Try it out with a five-day free trial.

First round draft order

1. Indiana Fever
2. Los Angeles Sparks
3. Chicago Sky (from Phoenix)
4. Los Angeles Sparks (from Seattle)
5. Dallas Wings (from Chicago)
6. Washington Mystics
7. Minnesota Lynx
8. Chicago Sky (from Atlanta via Los Angeles)
9. Dallas Wings
10. Connecticut Sun
11. New York Liberty
12. Atlanta Dream (from Las Vegas, via Los Angeles)

FAQ

What channel is the WNBA draft on?

The 2024 WNBA draft will air on ESPN on Monday, April 15. The draft begins at 7:30 p.m. ET.

Who has the first pick in the 2024 draft?

The Indiana Fever have the first pick this year and are expected to draft Caitlin Clark from Iowa.

Is Angel Reese in the 2024 draft?

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, Kamilla Cardoso and Cameron Brink are a few of the notable names in the list of prospects for the 2024 WNBA Draft.