Honestly, finding Indiana Fever games on TV used to be a chore involving grainy local feeds or just hope. Not anymore. With the "Caitlin Clark effect" in full swing, the 2025 and 2026 seasons have turned the Fever into the most televised team in WNBA history. If you're trying to figure out where to point your remote, it’s basically a jigsaw puzzle of national networks, local channels, and a specific new streaming service that most casual fans haven't heard of yet.
You've probably noticed that every time you turn on a sports network, they're talking about the Fever. There's a reason for that. For the 2025 season, the team secured a staggering 41 national TV appearances out of 44 regular-season games. That’s a league record. But "national TV" doesn't mean just one channel. It's spread across ABC, ESPN, CBS, ION, and Prime Video. If you miss one, you're missing a lot.
The Local Loophole: WTHR and Fever Direct
If you live in Indianapolis or the surrounding Midwest, you have a massive advantage. You don't necessarily need a $70-a-month cable sub. Through a multi-year deal with TEGNA, WTHR (Channel 13) and WALV (MeTV) are the local homes for Fever basketball. They broadcast 18 games for free over-the-air.
I’ve talked to people who didn't realize they could just plug in a $20 digital antenna and get these games in high definition without a monthly bill. It’s sort of a throwback to the old days of sports, but it works. These broadcasts aren't just limited to Indy anymore, either. The partnership expanded into 11 markets, hitting places like Des Moines, Iowa (Caitlin's home turf), Cincinnati, and Louisville.
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But what if you're a cord-cutter who doesn't want an antenna?
Enter Fever Direct.
This is the team's first-ever direct-to-consumer streaming service. It’s basically a $29.99 annual subscription that lets you stream those 18 local games on your phone, tablet, or smart TV. Just keep in mind—it's geo-fenced. If you aren't in the Indiana viewing region, the app will know, and it'll lock you out.
The National Maze: Where to Click
If you’re outside of Indiana, your life is actually a bit more complicated because of the rotating broadcast partners. You kinda have to keep a schedule taped to your fridge.
- ION TV: This has become the Friday night destination for the WNBA. If the Fever are playing on a Friday, check ION. It’s free over-the-air and on most streaming bundles.
- Prime Video: Amazon is lean-and-mean with their coverage. They usually take the Thursday night slots.
- Disney Platforms: This is the big one. ABC and ESPN/ESPN2 carry the "marquee" matchups, like whenever the Fever play the Chicago Sky or the New York Liberty.
- CBS and CBS Sports Network: These are more sporadic but often handle the weekend afternoon windows.
One thing people get wrong? Thinking every game is on WNBA League Pass. While League Pass is great for $34.99 a year, it is subject to blackouts. If a game is on ESPN or your local station, you won't be able to watch it live on the app. You'll have to wait until the replay is uploaded, usually a few hours after the final buzzer.
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Looking Ahead to 2026: The Massive Shift
Everything we know about Indiana Fever games on TV is about to change in 2026. The WNBA just signed a massive 11-year media rights deal with Disney, Amazon, and NBCUniversal worth about $200 million annually.
What does this mean for you?
NBC is coming back into the fold. Starting in 2026, you’ll see Fever games on NBC, USA Network, and Peacock. USA Network is planning "Wednesday night doubleheaders" which will likely feature the Fever a lot. It’s a huge win for visibility, but it means yet another app (Peacock) might become mandatory for fans who want to see every single minute of action.
The Radio Alternative
If you're stuck in traffic on I-465 during tip-off, don't forget the radio. 93.5/107.5 The Fan is the official home of the Fever. John Nolan and Bria Goss do the call, and honestly, the energy on the radio broadcast is sometimes better than the national TV feeds. They cover every single game, home and away, through the Old National Bank Radio Network.
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Practical Steps to Catch the Next Game
Stop guessing where the game is. If you want to actually watch without the frustration of clicking through five apps at 7:01 PM, do this:
- Download the WTHR app: If you're local, they send alerts for the games they carry for free.
- Check the "Ways to Watch" page: The official Indiana Fever website (feverbasketball.com) updates the specific channel for every game 48 hours in advance.
- Get a Digital Antenna: It is the only way to guarantee you get the local games for $0 after the initial purchase.
- Sync your calendar: You can download the Fever schedule directly to your Google or Apple calendar from their site, and it usually includes the TV provider in the notes.
The days of the Fever being an afterthought on TV are over. Whether it's the 18 free games on WTHR or the blockbuster matchups on ABC, you've got options—you just need to know which app to open.
Actionable Insight:
To ensure you never miss a tip-off, bookmark the official WNBA schedule page and filter specifically for the Indiana Fever. Because the league often flexes games to national TV on short notice due to high ratings, checking the schedule on the day of the game is the only way to avoid the "Where is this game?" panic. For residents in the Indiana/Midwest region, verify your zip code on the Fever Direct website to see if you qualify for the $29.99 local streaming option, which is significantly cheaper than a full cable or YouTube TV subscription.