WNBA Posts Late‑August Schedule With Playoff Stakes and Broadcast Windows
The league’s official Aug. 23–24 slate sets matchups that will affect seeding and availability decisions as teams manage health under the new collective bargaining agreement.
Overview
- The WNBA published its official late‑August schedule and TV/streaming windows for Aug. 23 and Aug. 24, listing matchups and networks including NBC, USA Network, Peacock, NBA TV and WNBA League Pass.
- Sunday’s four‑game slate on Aug. 23 produced key results that reshaped standings, and the published schedule shows Tuesday and Monday games that could determine final playoff berths and seeding.
- The Dallas Wings can clinch a playoff spot with a win over Portland, the Las Vegas Aces have already secured a postseason place and will pursue better seeding, and the Seattle Storm have been eliminated.
- Player availability is a live concern: Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever are on a back‑to‑back, Sabrina Ionescu remains sidelined with an ankle injury, and teams continue to make rest/load‑management choices late in the season.
- Broader roster moves and commitments are also in play, with Kelsey Plum’s trade and USA Basketball World Cup selections affecting club availability, and the Toronto Tempo poised to miss the playoffs in their inaugural season.