The 2026 Indiana Fever schedule features 44 regular-season games, beginning in mid-May 2026. Fans can watch the Fever on national networks including ABC, ESPN, and ION, as well as local broadcasts on Bally Sports Indiana. Below, you will find the complete 2026 Fever calendar, key matchups against rivals like the Atlanta Dream, Chicago Sky and New York Liberty, and a printable 2026 Indiana Fever schedule in PDF format for easy tracking throughout the season.
2026 Season Update: Caitlin Clark and the Fever Prepare for Tip-Off
Does the Indiana Fever play any international games in 2026? Yes. The Fever will close out their 2026 preseason with an international exhibition against the Nigeria Women’s National Team on Saturday, May 2, 2026. The game will take place at Gainbridge Fieldhouse at 7:00 PM ET and serves as the final tune-up before the regular season opener on May 9th.
Here are the key matchups to watch over the next two weeks:
- May 9 vs. Dallas Wings (Regular Season Opener): The “Main Event.” This season opener is a must-watch, featuring the last four No. 1 overall picks on one court: Aliyah Boston (2023), Caitlin Clark (2024), Paige Bueckers (2025), and the Wings’ 2026 top pick. This game will be broadcast nationally on ABC and Disney+.
- May 2 vs. Nigeria National Team: A unique international friendly that will serve as the final tune-up. Expect coach Christie Sides to go deep into the bench as players like Raven Johnson and Shatori Walker-Kimbrough fight for final roster spots.
You can also checkout the 2026 Fever roster and projected starts heading into the preseason here.
Updated Preseason Results for the Indiana Fever
| Date | Opponent | Time / Result | Top Performer |
| April 25 | @ New York Liberty | W 109-91 | Mitchell/Walker-Kimbrough (18 pts) |
| April 30 | vs Dallas Wings | L 80-95 | Caitlin Clark (21 pts, 16 mins) |
| May 2 | vs Nigeria National Team | 7:00 PM ET | Preseason Finale |
How to Watch Caitlin Clark: Indiana Fever TV Schedule & Streaming Guide
With the “Caitlin Clark Effect” in full swing, the Indiana Fever will be the most-watched team in WNBA history this season. A record 36 of the Fever’s 40 games are slated for national television or streaming broadcasts.
Where to Watch the Fever in 2026:
- National TV (Broadcast): The biggest games, including the season opener and matchups against the Las Vegas Aces, will air on ABC, ESPN, and CBS.
- National TV (Cable): Look for consistent coverage on ESPN2, NBA TV, and ION. Note: ION typically hosts “WNBA Fridays,” making it a destination for weekly Fever doubleheaders.
- Streaming Exclusives: Prime Video and Disney+ will exclusively stream select Fever games this season.
- WNBA League Pass: For out-of-market fans, WNBA League Pass is the best way to catch every minute of action that isn’t under an exclusive national broadcast window.
Important Venue Changes:
Due to unprecedented ticket demand, several away games have been moved to larger NBA-sized arenas. Most notably, the Fever’s matchup against the Washington Mystics has been relocated to Capital One Arena to accommodate over 20,000 fans. Always check your printable schedule (below) for the most updated venue and “Lights Out” times.
Related: Looking for specific streaming instructions or the FIBA World Cup schedule? Check out our Complete Caitlin Clark 2026 Viewing Guide.
2026 WNBA Indiana Fever Opponents
Below is a grid listing all 14 other WNBA teams, which the Fever will face twice during the 2026 regular season.
| Opponent | Home/Away Split |
| Atlanta Dream | Home & Away |
| Chicago Sky | Home & Away |
| Connecticut Sun | Home & Away |
| Dallas Wings | Home & Away |
| Golden State Valkyries | Home & Away |
| Las Vegas Aces | Home & Away |
| Los Angeles Sparks | Home & Away |
| Minnesota Lynx | Home & Away |
| New York Liberty | Home & Away |
| Phoenix Mercury | Home & Away |
| Portland Fire (New) | Home & Away |
| Seattle Storm | Home & Away |
| Toronto Tempo (New) | Home & Away |
| Washington Mystics | Home & Away |
2026 Indiana Fever Preseason Schedule
The Fever will play a two-game exhibition slate to tune up for the season opener.
| Date | Opponent | Time (ET) | Location |
| Sat, April 25 | @ New York Liberty | 3:00 PM | Barclays Center (Brooklyn, NY) |
| Thu, April 30 | vs. Dallas Wings | 7:00 PM | Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis, IN) |
2026 Indiana Fever: Preseason and Expansion Updates
Historic Preseason Matchup: Fever vs. Nigeria (May 2)
The Fever have added a high-profile international showcase to their preseason slate. On Saturday, May 2, the Fever will host the Nigeria Women’s National Team (ranked No. 8 in the world) at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. This is a rare opportunity to see Caitlin Clark and the Fever squad face off against top-tier Olympic-level talent before the regular season begins. Tickets for this special exhibition go on sale to the general public on Monday, March 30.
New Expansion Rivals: Portland Fire & Toronto Tempo
The WNBA officially expands to 15 teams in 2026 with the addition of the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo.
- The Matchups: The Fever will face both expansion teams three times each this season. You can catch the Fire at home on May 20, while the Tempo makes their first trip to Indianapolis on June 16.
- Expansion Draft (April 3): Keep an eye on the roster move on April 3, as Portland and Toronto will select players from existing teams. The Fever can only “protect” five players, meaning some fan favorites could be headed to the new franchises.
Road Games Moving to NBA Arenas
Due to unprecedented ticket demand, four of the Fever’s road games have been relocated to larger NBA/NHL venues to accommodate more fans:
- July 5: @ Las Vegas Aces (T-Mobile Arena)
- August 8: @ Chicago Sky (United Center)
- August 18: @ Toronto Tempo (Scotiabank Arena)
- August 20: @ Dallas Wings (American Airlines Center)
2026 Indiana Fever Schedule
Here’s the 2026 Indiana Fever schedule for you in grid format. The first home game for Caitlin Clark and company in a long time is on May 9th, 2026.
| Date (2026) | Opponent | Time (ET) | Location | TV Broadcast |
| May 9 (Sat) | Dallas Wings | 1:00 PM | Indianapolis | ABC |
| May 13 (Wed) | @ Los Angeles Sparks | 10:00 PM | Los Angeles | USA Network |
| May 15 (Fri) | Washington Mystics | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ION |
| May 17 (Sun) | Seattle Storm | 6:00 PM | Indianapolis | CBS / Paramount+ |
| May 20 (Wed) | Portland Fire | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | USA Network |
| May 22 (Fri) | G.S. Valkyries | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ION |
| May 28 (Thu) | @ G.S. Valkyries | 10:00 PM | San Francisco | Prime Video |
| May 30 (Sat) | @ Portland Fire | 8:00 PM | Portland | NBA TV / WTHR |
| Jun 4 (Thu) | Atlanta Dream | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | Prime Video |
| Jun 6 (Sat) | @ New York Liberty | 8:00 PM | Brooklyn | CBS / Paramount+ |
| Jun 8 (Mon) | @ Washington Mystics | 8:00 PM | Washington, DC | ESPN2 |
| Jun 11 (Thu) | Chicago Sky | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | ESPN / Prime Video |
| Jun 13 (Sat) | @ Connecticut Sun | 6:00 PM | Uncasville | NBA TV / WTHR |
| Jun 16 (Tue) | Toronto Tempo | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | NBA TV / MeTV |
| Jun 18 (Thu) | Atlanta Dream | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | Prime Video |
| Jun 20 (Sat) | @ Atlanta Dream | 1:00 PM | College Park, GA | ABC |
| Jun 22 (Mon) | Phoenix Mercury | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | ESPN |
| Jun 24 (Wed) | Phoenix Mercury | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | USA Network |
| Jun 27 (Sat) | Los Angeles Sparks | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | NBA TV / WTHR |
| Jul 5 (Sun) | @ Las Vegas Aces | 7:00 PM | Las Vegas | ESPN / ABC |
| Jul 8 (Wed) | @ Los Angeles Sparks | 10:00 PM | Los Angeles | USA Network |
| Jul 9 (Thu) | @ Phoenix Mercury | 10:00 PM | Phoenix | Prime Video |
| Jul 12 (Sun) | @ Las Vegas Aces | 9:00 PM | Las Vegas | NBC / Peacock |
| Jul 15 (Wed) | G.S. Valkyries | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | USA Network |
| Jul 17 (Fri) | Seattle Storm | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ION |
| Jul 18 (Sat) | New York Liberty | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | CBS / Paramount+ |
| Jul 22 (Wed) | Connecticut Sun | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | USA Network |
| Jul 28 (Tue) | @ Seattle Storm | 9:30 PM | Seattle | NBA TV / WTHR |
| Jul 31 (Fri) | @ Portland Fire | 10:00 PM | Portland | ION |
| Aug 2 (Sun) | @ Minnesota Lynx | 1:00 PM | Minneapolis | ABC |
| Aug 6 (Thu) | Las Vegas Aces | 7:00 PM | Indianapolis | Prime Video |
| Aug 8 (Sat) | @ Chicago Sky | 3:00 PM | Chicago (United Ctr) | ABC |
| Aug 11 (Tue) | New York Liberty | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ESPN2 |
| Aug 14 (Fri) | Dallas Wings | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ION |
| Aug 16 (Sun) | @ Atlanta Dream | 7:00 PM | College Park, GA | NBC / Peacock |
| Aug 18 (Tue) | @ Toronto Tempo | 7:30 PM | Toronto | NBA TV / WTHR |
| Aug 20 (Thu) | @ Dallas Wings | 8:00 PM | Dallas (AA Ctr) | Prime Video |
| Aug 22 (Sat) | @ New York Liberty | 7:30 PM | Brooklyn | CBS / Paramount+ |
| Aug 23 (Sun) | @ Chicago Sky | 6:00 PM | Chicago | NBC / Peacock |
| Aug 28 (Fri) | Connecticut Sun | 7:30 PM | Indianapolis | ION |
| Aug 31 – Sep 16 | FIBA WORLD CUP BREAK | — | — | — |
| Sept 18 (Fri) | @ Toronto Tempo | 7:30 PM | Toronto | ION |
| Sept 20 (Sun) | Washington Mystics | 4:00 PM | Indianapolis | NBC / Peacock |
| Sept 22 (Tue) | Minnesota Lynx | 8:00 PM | Indianapolis | ESPN |
| Sept 24 (Thu) | @ Minnesota Lynx | 8:00 PM | Minneapolis | Prime Video |
Printable 2026 Indiana Fever Schedule – PDF
Here’s the updated, printable 2026 Indiana Fever schedule. If you would like it in PDF format, you can print or save it to PDF from you computer or mobile device. We have also uploaded the schedule in PDF format for you here.
2026 WNBA Postseason
The WNBA Postseason schedule will kick off in late September. We have the notional 2026 WNBA Playoff schedule and bracket up here for you to do your own bracketoloty throughout the season.
What’s New for the 2026 Indiana Fever Season?
The 2026 WNBA season marks a historic milestone as the league enters its 30th year with more games, more teams, and more eyes on Indianapolis than ever before. Here is what you need to know about the updated schedule:
- A 44-Game Marathon: The WNBA has officially expanded the regular season to 44 games (up from 40). This means Fever fans get four extra opportunities to see the squad in action as they push for a deep playoff run.
- Expansion Era Arrivals: For the first time, the Fever will face the league’s newest franchises. You’ll want to circle May 20 (vs. Portland Fire) and June 16 (vs. Toronto Tempo) on your printable calendar, as these mark the first-ever meetings with the expansion squads.
- The “Battle of the #1s” Opener: The season kicks off with a blockbuster home opener on May 9 against the Dallas Wings. This game is projected to feature the last four #1 overall draft picks on a single court: Aliyah Boston (2023), Caitlin Clark (2024), Paige Bueckers (2025), and the Wings’ 2026 top selection.
- NBA Arena Takeovers: Due to unprecedented ticket demand, several Fever road games have been moved to larger NBA venues to accommodate more fans. Key “Arena Takeover” games include:
- July 5: @ Las Vegas Aces (T-Mobile Arena)
- August 8: @ Chicago Sky (United Center)
- August 18: @ Toronto Tempo (Scotiabank Arena)
- August 20: @ Dallas Wings (American Airlines Center)
- The FIBA World Cup Pause: Keep in mind that the schedule features a mid-season break from August 31 through September 16 to allow players to compete in the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup.
Indiana Fever Schedule 2026 FAQ
Question: Is the Indiana Fever game on TV tonight? Answer: The Fever’s first preseason game against the New York Liberty is on Saturday, April 25, at 3:00 PM ET. It will be broadcast nationally on ION and streamed on WNBA League Pass.
Question: Will Caitlin Clark play in the preseason? Answer: Yes, but expect limited minutes in the early exhibition games. Clark has stated she is focusing on transition play and workload management as she returns from injuries sustained last season.
Question: When do the Fever play the new expansion teams? Answer: The Fever host the Portland Fire on May 20 and the Toronto Tempo on June 16. These mark the first-ever meetings with the WNBA’s newest franchises.
