The 2026 Portland Fire WNBA schedule is officially set for the franchise’s historic inaugural season. As one of the WNBA’s newest expansion teams, the Portland Fire will play 44 regular-season games — 22 at home at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon and 22 on the road. The season opens on Saturday, May 9 vs. the Chicago Sky and concludes on Tuesday, September 22 vs. the Golden State Valkyries. Download the free printable PDF schedule below to follow every game of Portland’s first-ever WNBA season.
Portland Fire 2026 Team Overview
The Portland Fire are the WNBA’s 15th franchise, officially awarded to the city on September 18, 2024. Owned by Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal of RAJ Sports — who also own the Portland Thorns — the Fire represent a full-circle moment for women’s basketball in the Pacific Northwest. Head coach Alex Sarama, who came to Portland after serving as an assistant with the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers, brings a player-development-first philosophy to the new franchise. The team plays all home games at Moda Center and features a striking brand identity built around a flaming rose logo, with Fire Red, Glacial Blue, and Brown as the core colors. Key matchups include multiple home games against the Seattle Storm (Pacific Northwest rivalry), back-to-back visits from Indiana Fever in the early weeks, and a FIBA break from August 31 through September 16 before the season stretch run.
2026 Portland Fire Full Schedule
| # | Date | Time (ET) | Opponent | TV / Stream |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | May 9, 2026 | 6:00 PM | Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 2 | May 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM | New York Liberty | TBD |
| 3 | May 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM | New York Liberty | TBD |
| 4 | May 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 5 | May 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 6 | May 23, 2026 | 3:00 PM | @ Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 7 | May 25, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ New York Liberty | TBD |
| 8 | May 27, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 9 | May 29, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 10 | May 30, 2026 | 5:00 PM | Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 11 | Jun 2, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
| 12 | Jun 5, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 13 | Jun 7, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Los Angeles Sparks | TBD |
| 14 | Jun 11, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 15 | Jun 13, 2026 | 5:30 PM | Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 16 | Jun 15, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 17 | Jun 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 18 | Jun 24, 2026 | 6:00 PM | @ Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 19 | Jun 26, 2026 | 4:30 PM | @ Chicago Sky | TBD |
| 20 | Jun 28, 2026 | 12:00 PM | @ Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 21 | Jul 4, 2026 | 6:00 PM | @ Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 22 | Jul 9, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 23 | Jul 11, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 24 | Jul 14, 2026 | 8:00 AM | @ Connecticut Sun | TBD |
| 25 | Jul 16, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 26 | Jul 18, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 27 | Jul 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 28 | Jul 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Las Vegas Aces | TBD |
| 29 | Jul 31, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Indiana Fever | TBD |
| 30 | Aug 2, 2026 | 12:30 PM | Los Angeles Sparks | TBD |
| 31 | Aug 6, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 32 | Aug 8, 2026 | 5:30 PM | Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 33 | Aug 12, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Minnesota Lynx | TBD |
| 34 | Aug 14, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Seattle Storm | TBD |
| 35 | Aug 16, 2026 | 3:00 PM | @ Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 36 | Aug 21, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Toronto Tempo | TBD |
| 37 | Aug 23, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Washington Mystics | TBD |
| 38 | Aug 25, 2026 | 5:00 PM | @ Dallas Wings | TBD |
| 39 | Aug 28, 2026 | 4:30 PM | @ Atlanta Dream | TBD |
| 40 | Aug 30, 2026 | 4:00 PM | Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
| — FIBA Break: Aug 31 – Sep 16 — | ||||
| 41 | Sep 17, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Phoenix Mercury | TBD |
| 42 | Sep 18, 2026 | 7:00 PM | @ Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
| 43 | Sep 20, 2026 | 4:00 PM | @ Los Angeles Sparks | TBD |
| 44 | Sep 22, 2026 | 7:00 PM | Golden State Valkyries | TBD |
Portland Fire Schedule Resources
Looking for more WNBA schedule information? Check out our complete WNBA Schedule Hub for every team’s games, or view the 2026 WNBA Playoff Schedule and Bracket for postseason matchups and TV channels.
Portland Fire 2026 Schedule FAQ
When do the Portland Fire play their first game in 2026?
The Portland Fire open the 2026 WNBA season — and their inaugural season as a franchise — on Saturday, May 9, 2026, hosting the Chicago Sky at Moda Center in Portland. Tip-off is at 6:00 PM ET.
Where do the Portland Fire play their home games?
The Portland Fire play all 22 home games at Moda Center in Portland, Oregon. The arena is also home to the Portland Trail Blazers and is one of the largest venues in the WNBA.
Who is the Portland Fire head coach in 2026?
The Portland Fire’s first-ever head coach is Alex Sarama, who came to Portland after serving as an assistant coach with the NBA’s Cleveland Cavaliers. Sarama brings a strong player-development focus to the expansion franchise.
Are the Portland Fire a new WNBA team?
Yes — the Portland Fire are a 2026 WNBA expansion team, the league’s 15th franchise. Portland was awarded the team on September 18, 2024, and is owned by RAJ Sports (Lisa Bhathal Merage and Alex Bhathal), who also own the Portland Thorns of the NWSL.
Can I download a printable Portland Fire schedule PDF?
Yes! Download the free 2026 Portland Fire printable schedule PDF using the button above. It features all 44 game dates, times, and opponents in the team’s Fire Red and white colors, formatted for printing or saving to your phone.
