New York Liberty Schedule 2026: Channels, How to Watch, Players & More
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After capturing the first WNBA championship in franchise history in 2024, the New York Liberty entered the 2025 season with expectations of repeating as champions. With Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and one of the league’s deepest rosters returning, New York once again finished near the top of the standings and looked poised for another deep postseason run.
The Liberty finished 27-17, ranking among the league leaders in offensive efficiency, net rating and overall balance on both ends of the floor. But despite another strong regular season, New York’s title defense came to an abrupt end after a first-round playoff loss to the Phoenix Mercury.
The disappointing finish led to major changes on the sidelines, as championship-winning head coach Sandy Brondello departed and Chris DeMarco stepped in to lead the franchise into a new era. Even with the coaching change, expectations remain sky-high for a Liberty team that still features two of the best players in the WNBA and championship aspirations once again heading into 2026.
Here’s your complete guide to the New York Liberty season, including the full schedule, TV information, roster updates, key players and where to watch Liberty games today.
Founding Season: 1997 Conference: Eastern Head Coach: Chris DeMarco Home Arena: Barclays Center Championships: 1 (2024) 2025 Finish: Lost in the first round of the WNBA Playoffs
Where Can I Watch New York Liberty Games?
For fans who can’t make it out to Barclays Center to watch the Liberty in person, there are plenty of ways to follow the New York Liberty TV schedule throughout the season, including nationally televised games and local broadcasts.
Below are the channels and streaming platforms where you can watch New York Liberty games live during the 2026 WNBA season:
The New York Liberty start their season at home at the Barclays Center May 8 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern as they host the Connecticut Sun, one of their major rivals in the league.
All eyes will be on how first-year head coach Chris DeMarco does in his first season as a head coach. He’s replacing Sandy Brondello, who helped bring the Liberty back to title contention.
Don’t miss a second of the New York Liberty 2026 WNBA season with DIRECTV! Explore the full Liberty schedule below, including information on where to watch the New York Liberty on TV and more.
Games without national broadcasting are available via My9 and Liberty Live for local fans.
Date
Opponent
Time (ET)
TV
Fri, 5/8
vs Connecticut Sun
7:30 p.m.
ION
Sun, 5/10
@ Washington Mystics
3:00 p.m.
Tue, 5/12
@ Portland Fire
10:00 p.m.
Thu, 5/14
@ Portland Fire
10:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Thu, 5/21
vs Golden State Valkyries
8:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Sun, 5/24
vs Dallas Wings
3:30 p.m.
NBC, Peacock
Mon, 5/25
vs Portland Fire
8:00 p.m.
Peacock, NBCSN
Wed, 5/27
vs Phoenix Mercury
7:00 p.m.
USA Network
Fri, 5/29
vs Phoenix Mercury
7:30 p.m.
ION
Wed, 6/3
vs Toronto Tempo
8:00 p.m.
USA Network
Sat, 6/6
vs Indiana Fever
8:00 p.m.
CBS, Paramount+
Mon, 6/8
@ Connecticut Sun
7:00 p.m.
Thu, 6/11
@ Atlanta Dream
7:30 p.m.
Sun, 6/14
vs Washington Mystics
3:00 p.m.
NBA TV
Wed, 6/17
@ Chicago Sky
8:00 p.m.
USA Network
Fri, 6/19
vs Washington Mystics
7:30 p.m.
ION
Sun, 6/21
@ Los Angeles Sparks
8:00 p.m.
ESPN
Tue, 6/23
@ Las Vegas Aces
10:00 p.m.
USA Network
Thu, 6/25
@ Seattle Storm
10:00 p.m.
Sun, 6/28
@ Golden State Valkyries
7:00 p.m.
ESPN
Fri, 7/3
vs Minnesota Lynx
7:30 p.m.
ION
Tue, 7/7
vs Dallas Wings
8:00 p.m.
ESPN
Sat, 7/11
@ Minnesota Lynx
1:00 p.m.
ABC
Sun, 7/12
@ Toronto Tempo
3:00 p.m.
NBA TV
Thu, 7/16
@ Dallas Wings
9:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Sat, 7/18
@ Indiana Fever
8:00 p.m.
CBS, Paramount+
Wed, 7/22
vs Chicago Sky
7:00 p.m.
Tue, 7/28
@ Los Angeles Sparks
10:00 p.m.
Thu, 7/30
@ Las Vegas Aces
10:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Sat, 8/1
@ Phoenix Mercury
3:00 p.m.
ABC
Mon, 8/3
vs Seattle Storm
7:00 p.m.
Peacock, NBCSN
Wed, 8/5
vs Seattle Storm
7:00 p.m.
USA Network
Sun, 8/9
vs Las Vegas Aces
12:30 p.m.
ABC
Tue, 8/11
@ Indiana Fever
7:30 p.m.
ESPN
Thu, 8/13
vs Los Angeles Sparks
8:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Sat, 8/15
@ Connecticut Sun
1:00 p.m.
Tue, 8/18
@ Chicago Sky
9:00 p.m.
ESPN
Sat, 8/22
vs Indiana Fever
7:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Thu, 8/27
vs Golden State Valkyries
8:00 p.m.
Prime Video
Sat, 8/29
vs Chicago Sky
1:00 p.m.
CBS, Paramount+
Fri, 9/18
@ Minnesota Lynx
7:30 p.m.
ION
Sun, 9/20
@ Toronto Tempo
3:00 p.m.
Mon, 9/21
vs Atlanta Dream
8:00 p.m.
Peacock, NBCSN
Wed, 9/23
vs Atlanta Dream
8:00 p.m.
USA Network
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How Did the New York Liberty Perform in 2025?
The New York Liberty followed up their 2024 championship season with another strong regular season, finishing 27-17 and securing the No. 2 seed in the Eastern Conference. New York once again ranked among the WNBA’s top teams on both ends of the floor, finishing near the top of the league in offensive efficiency and net rating.
Breanna Stewart continued to lead the Liberty with 18.3 points, 6.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per game while earning another All-Star selection and Second Team All-Defense honors. Sabrina Ionescu remained one of the WNBA’s premier guards, averaging 18.2 points and 5.7 assists per game on her way to another All-WNBA season.
New York also received strong production from Jonquel Jones, Emma Meesseman and Natasha Cloud, giving the Liberty one of the deepest and most balanced rosters in the league throughout the season.
Despite another impressive regular season, the Liberty’s championship defense ended earlier than expected after a first-round playoff loss to the Phoenix Mercury. The disappointing finish ultimately led to a coaching change, but with much of the roster returning, New York enters 2026 expecting to remain firmly in the championship conversation.
Key New York Liberty Players to Watch in 2026
The New York Liberty return much of the core that helped the franchise win its first championship in 2024 and remain one of the deepest teams in the WNBA entering 2026.
Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu continue to lead the roster, while Jonquel Jones, Natasha Cloud and Emma Meesseman provide veteran depth around a championship-caliber nucleus. New York also made one of the biggest additions of the offseason by acquiring Satou Sabally from Phoenix.
Breanna Stewart
Stewart remains the centerpiece of the Liberty and one of the most complete players in the WNBA. The two-time MVP averaged 18.3 points, 6.5 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game last season while adding strong defensive production with 1.4 steals and 1.4 blocks per game. Even as New York’s roster has grown deeper offensively, Stewart continues to control games on both ends of the floor.
Sabrina Ionescu
Ionescu earned another All-WNBA selection after averaging 18.2 points and 5.7 assists per game in 2025. As the primary engine of New York’s offense, her perimeter scoring and playmaking remain critical to the Liberty’s championship hopes heading into another deep playoff push.
Satou Sabally
The Liberty added another major scoring threat in Sabally after her strong season with Phoenix. She averaged 16 points, nearly six rebounds and 2.5 assists per game in 2025 while bringing versatility and transition scoring to one of the WNBA’s most talented lineups.
Jonquel Jones
Jones continues to anchor the frontcourt after averaging 13.6 points and 8.1 rebounds per game last season. The former MVP signed a multi-year extension during the offseason, reinforcing her importance to New York’s long-term championship plans.
Emma Meesseman and Natasha Cloud
Meesseman showed flashes of her All-WNBA form during her return to the league last season, while Cloud added veteran leadership and backcourt stability after averaging 10 points and five assists per game. Together, they give the Liberty one of the most experienced supporting casts in the WNBA.
With championship expectations once again surrounding the franchise, New York enters 2026 with one of the league’s deepest and most balanced rosters.
Top New York Liberty Rivalries to Watch in 2026
As one of the WNBA’s original franchises and recent championship contenders, the New York Liberty continue to headline several of the league’s biggest rivalries.
The Liberty and Sun maintain one of the WNBA’s strongest regional rivalries, with both teams frequently battling for Eastern Conference playoff positioning over the last several seasons.
New York and Minnesota have developed a growing rivalry after several recent championship-caliber seasons and postseason clashes involving some of the league’s biggest stars.
With Caitlin Clark leading Indiana’s rise in the Eastern Conference, Fever-Liberty matchups are quickly becoming some of the most anticipated games on the WNBA schedule.
Stream New York Liberty Games Live on DIRECTV
WNBA games air across ABC, CBS, NBC, ESPN, ESPN2, ESPN Unlimited, ION and USA Network throughout the season. With DIRECTV, fans can watch New York Liberty games live all year long, from the opening tip of the regular season through the WNBA Playoffs and Finals.
Whether you’re following Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu and one of the WNBA’s top championship contenders or tuning in for some of the league’s biggest rivalries, DIRECTV gives basketball fans access to national broadcasts, streaming options and local coverage all season long.
Who is the current head coach of the New York Liberty?
Chris DeMarco is entering his first season as a head coach after serving as an assistant head coach for the Golden State Warriors for 13 seasons.
What is the New York Liberty's home arena?
The Barclays Center in New York City is the New York Liberty's home arena.
Who is the best player on the New York Liberty right now?
Breanna Stewart is the best and most decorated player on the New York Liberty.
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