ESPN has finalized the broadcast window for one of the WNBA’s most anticipated midseason showdowns, confirming that the Indiana Fever will tip off against the Seattle Storm at 9:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday, July 28, at Climate Pledge Arena.
The national television appearance on ESPN marks a key late-July primetime opportunity for both clubs. Indiana, riding strong recent form and featuring Caitlin Clark’s continued star power, travels west looking to build on its earlier victory over Seattle. The Fever entered the week with a solid record and home success, while the Storm, despite a difficult season, will lean on home-court energy and emerging contributors in front of their Seattle faithful.
Network officials adjusted the final start time in coordination with the league to optimize the West Coast evening slot and maximize national reach. The 9:30 p.m. ET tip (6:30 p.m. local in Seattle) places the contest squarely in a high-visibility window, following other Tuesday programming and giving East Coast viewers a later but still accessible start. Streaming options through the ESPN app and compatible services will accompany the linear broadcast, ensuring fans across time zones can follow the action live.
This matchup carries extra weight after the teams’ recent meetings. Indiana’s high-powered offense, led by Clark’s playmaking and scoring alongside Kelsey Mitchell and supporting cast, has produced several statement wins. Seattle will counter with defensive intensity and opportunities for its young core and veterans to disrupt Indiana’s rhythm on the road.
Beyond the X’s and O’s, the game underscores the WNBA’s growing national footprint. ESPN’s expanded commitment continues to elevate regular-season contests featuring the league’s biggest draws. Viewers can expect comprehensive coverage, including pregame analysis, in-game insights, and postgame reaction centered on Clark’s impact and Seattle’s response at home.
Tickets remain available through official channels, and local radio and secondary platforms will also carry the contest. With playoff implications beginning to take clearer shape in late July, Tuesday’s primetime clash offers both teams a chance to make a statement on a national stage.
Mark your calendars: Fever at Storm, Tuesday night, 9:30 p.m. ET on ESPN. The blockbuster is set.