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WNBA games today: Schedule, times, how to watch for Oct. 2

The WNBA returns featuring a fresh collective bargaining agreement and million dollar compensation levels. Defending champions the Las Vegas Aces aim to repeat under the guidance of reigning MVP A'ja Wilson, while contenders like the Atlanta Dream, New York Liberty, and Indiana Fever prepare for the new campaign.

The Fever return a fully healthy Caitlin Clark after her lengthy absence last season, though the Liberty already face an absence with Sabrina Ionesco sidelined following a preseason ankle injury against the Connecticut Sun. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Dream completed a major offseason trade to acquire Angel Reese from the Chicago Sky to reinforce a squad that secured thirty victories last year.

Action tips off with the Dallas Wings visiting the Golden State Valkyries at 9 p.m. Eastern on ESPN2.

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