The 2024 WNBA Finals between the Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty, is now down the wire as both teams have claimed one victory each and the scores are currently tied at 1-1. The third game is pivotal in the tournament as both teams would like to assert dominance by winning the third game putting the opposition under sheer pressure. Lynx won the first final 95-93.
The New York Liberty made a valiant comeback after the Game 1 defeat, overpowering the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 to even the WNBA Finals. The WNBA Finals now heads to Minneapolis for the decider game.
Here's how to watch:
What channel is Lynx vs. Liberty?
The Minnesota Lynx take on the New York Liberty and will be available live on ESPN.
What time is the Lynx vs. Liberty WNBA Finals game?
The game will tip off at 8 p.m. ET
Minnesota Lynx at New York Liberty: TV, time and streaming
Series tied 1-1
Date: Wednesday, October 16
Time: 8 p.m. ET
TV: ESPN
Streaming: Fubo
Location: Target Center (Minneapolis, MN)
2024 WNBA Finals schedule
Thursday, Oct. 10
Game 1: Minnesota Lynx 95, New York Liberty 93, FINAL
Sunday, Oct. 13
Game 2: New York Liberty 80, Minnesota Lynx 66, FINAL
Wednesday, Oct. 16
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Game 3: New York Liberty at Minnesota Lynx, 8 p.m. (ESPN)
Friday, Oct. 18
Game 4: New York Liberty at Minnesota Lynx, 8 p.m. (ESPN)
Monday, Oct. 21
Game 5: Minnesota Lynx at New York Liberty, TBD (if necessary)
How to watch the 2024 WNBA Finals
The 2024 WNBA Finals series will be broadcast across ABC or ESPN, depending on the game. Streaming options for the series will be on Fubo, Sling and the WNBA League Pass.
Liberty's comeback
The New York Liberty bounced back impressively from a shocking Game 1 defeat, overpowering the Minnesota Lynx 80-66 to even the WNBA Finals at one game apiece on Sunday. Leading the charge for the top-seeded Liberty was two-time MVP Breanna Stewart, who delivered a stellar performance with 21 points, eight rebounds, five assists, and a WNBA Finals single-game record of seven steals. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton also made significant contributions, scoring a season-high 20 points. Sabrina Ionescu, who struggled in the first game, found her rhythm early, scoring 12 points on 5-of-7 shooting in the first quarter. She finished the game with 15 points, five assists, four rebounds, and two steals, helping the Liberty secure a 31-21 lead after the opening period.
