When you buy through our links, Business Insider may earn an affiliate commission. Learn more
The WNBA Playoffs continue tonight with another double-header. Below, we’ve compiled everything you need to know about where to watch the Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty, whether you have cable or are looking for live streaming options.
The Las Vegas Aces head to Brooklyn for the second game of the WNBA semi-finals. The New York Liberty beat the Aces in Game 1 over the weekend, running up an 87-77 score, so the Aces will attempt to fight back tonight. The Las Vegas team, who ranked no. 4 in the league this year, are trying for their third consecutive title. At no. 1, the New York Liberty are vying for their first-ever Championship, so the two teams have lots at stake in this semi-final match-up. Round 2 of the WNBA Playoffs is the best of five games, so no matter which team wins tonight, the Aces and Liberty will compete in a third game, this time held in Las Vegas.
Keep reading to learn how to watch tonight’s game. The options we highlight will also allow you to watch the Connecticut Sun vs. Minnesota Lynx game that immediately follows the Aces vs. Liberty match-up. If you’re hoping to keep tabs on upcoming playoff games, make sure to follow our streaming guide on how to watch the WNBA Playoffs.
- See also: How to watch NFL games | Where to watch Champions League matches | How to watch college football
Where to watch Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty in the US
The Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty game will air on ESPN2 on Tuesday at 7:30 p.m. ET in the US. WNBA Countdown coverage starts at 7 p.m. If you don’t have cable, you can live stream the network through a live TV streaming package like Sling TV, DirecTV Stream, or Fubo. All three options are included in our roundup of the best sports streaming services.
Your cheapest option tonight is Sling TV’s Orange plan. Subscriptions cost $40/month and grant you access to 35 live channels, including ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN3, and ESPN4K. Right now, you can get your first month for just $15.
For just the essentials without any extra fluff, Sling TV is the streaming service you’re looking for. It’s more customizable than other plans, with three options you can choose from, so you pay for only what you need. New members get their first month for $25 off.
If you’re looking for a more comprehensive cable replacement, DirecTV and Fubo are the way to go. Both streaming services start at $80/month and give you access to ESPN and ESPN2, among other channels. DirecTV offers 90+ channels in its base Entertainment plan, which you can try out with a five-day free trial. Fubo carries 100+ channels in its Pro Plan and offers a seven-day free trial. Fubo will also give new customers $20 off their first month.
Previously known as AT&T TV, DirecTV Stream offers streaming access to a large selection of live channels, including most key networks typically found in traditional cable packages.
Fubo is the streaming service for sports fans. Its huge library of channels includes regional and international sports leagues, setting it apart from the competition. You can also tack on additional programming to your plan, but it’ll cost you extra.
How to watch Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty from anywhere
If you’re traveling away from home at tip off, you can still watch the Aces vs. Liberty game through your streaming subscriptions with the help of a virtual private network or VPN. VPNs let you change your device’s virtual location, meaning you can still use your usual websites and apps from almost anywhere in the world, so you don’t have to miss out on any games just because you’re traveling outside the US. Since the services we’ve highlighted require US payment methods, this option will work best for Americans who are simply abroad at the moment.
Interested in trying out a VPN? Our go-to recommendation is ExpressVPN, an easy-to-use option with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Full details are available in our ExpressVPN review, and you can keep reading to learn how to use a VPN.
With its consistent performance, reliable security, and expansive global streaming features, ExpressVPN is the best VPN out there, excelling in every spec and offering many advanced features that makes it exceptional. Better yet, you can save up to 49% and get an extra three months for free today.
How to watch Las Vegas Aces vs. New York Liberty with a VPN
- Sign up for a VPN if you don’t already have one.
- Install it on the device you’re planning to watch on.
- Turn it on and set it to a US location.
- Sign up for one of the above streaming services with a US form of payment.
- Navigate to ESPN2 and enjoy the competition.
Note: The use of VPNs is illegal in certain countries, and using VPNs to access region-locked streaming content might constitute a breach of the terms of use for certain services. Insider does not endorse or condone the illegal use of VPNs.
Lillian Brown
Associate Editor of Streaming
Lillian Brown is the Associate Editor of Streaming for Business Insider. She joined the company in early 2024 as a Fellow before joining us full-time a few months later. She focuses on ‘how to watch’ guides for streaming services and live events for the Reviews team. She also covers VPN usage.Her entertainment writing has appeared in a variety of publications, including Vulture, TV Guide, Time, Esquire, and The Daily Beast, among others. She specializes in writing about film and television. Previously, she worked in the Living/Arts department of The Boston Globe.When not teaching people how to stream the best live sports and TV shows, Lillian can be found long-distance running, watching the latest season of For All Mankind, or playing through The Last of Us Part II on her PS4 yet again.
You can purchase logo and accolade licensing to this story here.
Disclosure: Written and researched by the Insider Reviews team. We highlight products and services you might find interesting. If you buy them, we may get a small share of the revenue from the sale from our partners. We may receive products free of charge from manufacturers to test. This does not drive our decision as to whether or not a product is featured or recommended. We operate independently from our advertising team. We welcome your feedback. Email us at reviews@businessinsider.com.