How to watch the WNBA draft 2026 tonight for FREE: Time, channel, streaming
The stage is set for the 2026 WNBA Draft on Monday night at The Shed at Hudson Yards in New York City.
www.nj.comThe latest information suggests the WNBA Draft tonight is airing on ESPN, with ESPN Deportes also carrying the feed. The event is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, with pre-show coverage likely on ESPN2 or ESPN platforms in the hours leading up to the draft. If you’re watching from New Jersey and want a streaming option, ESPN’s digital apps (Watch ESPN/ESPN app) and ESPN Unlimited are typical ways to stream the broadcast.[1][4]
Options to confirm now:
- Televised: ESPN (and ESPN Deportes in Spanish).[4]
- Live streaming: ESPN Unlimited, YouTube TV, DirecTV stream, or other ESPN-supported platforms depending on your provider.[1]
- Pre-draft: “Orange Carpet” specials and WNBA countdown segments are commonly shown on ESPN family networks prior to the 7 p.m. ET start.[1]