The Indiana Fever and Las Vegas Aces meet tonight, Thursday, October 1, 2026, in a decisive Game 3 of the WNBA Playoffs first round.
With the series tied 1-1, Thursday night’s matchup is a winner-take-all game, with the winner advancing to the WNBA semifinals and the losing team’s season coming to an end.
Here is everything you need to know about where to watch Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces, including the TV channels, start time and streaming options.
Where to Watch Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces
The Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces game will be televised nationally on USA Network and CNBC.
Game: Indiana Fever at Las Vegas Aces
Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026
Time: 9:00 PM ET
TV channels: USA Network, CNBC
Location: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
Series: Tied 1-1
Round: WNBA Playoffs First Round, Game 3
What Time Is Fever vs. Aces Tonight?
Indiana and Las Vegas are scheduled to tip off at 9:00 PM ET on Thursday.
For viewers across the United States, that translates to:
Eastern Time: 9:00 PM
Central Time: 8:00 PM
Mountain Time: 7:00 PM
Pacific Time: 6:00 PM
How to Stream Fever vs. Aces
Fans who do not have traditional cable can watch Fever vs. Aces through live-TV streaming services that carry USA Network or CNBC.
Depending on your location and subscription package, options may include YouTube TV, DIRECTV and Sling TV.
Because the matchup is nationally televised, live availability through WNBA League Pass may be subject to broadcast restrictions in the United States. Replays can become available through League Pass following the game.
Fever vs. Aces Series Is Tied 1-1
The first-round playoff series comes down to one final game after Indiana and Las Vegas split the first two matchups.
Las Vegas took control of the series with a 102-85 victory in Game 1.
Indiana responded in Game 2 with a 99-89 win, extending its season and forcing Thursday night’s decisive Game 3 in Las Vegas.
What’s at Stake Tonight?
There is no Game 4.
The winner of Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces Game 3 advances to the WNBA semifinals, while the losing team will be eliminated from the 2026 WNBA Playoffs.
That makes Thursday night’s matchup one of the biggest games on the WNBA postseason schedule.
Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces: How to Watch
If you’re looking for the simplest way to watch tonight’s game:
Indiana Fever vs. Las Vegas Aces starts at 9:00 PM ET on USA Network and CNBC on Thursday, October 1, 2026.
Live-TV streaming services carrying those networks may also provide streaming access for subscribers.