Phoenix Mercury Unveils 2024 Season Broadcast Schedule

The Phoenix Mercury, Arizona’s professional women’s basketball team, has unveiled its broadcast schedule for the upcoming 2024 WNBA season, bringing the excitement of the hardwood to fans across the state. In a continuation of their successful partnership with Arizona’s Family, the Mercury announced that a total of 28 games will be televised on 3TV and Arizona’s Family Sports networks.

Building on the remarkable success of last year’s broadcasts, which saw a staggering 400% increase in viewership compared to the previous season and set new ratings records for the Mercury, this year’s schedule promises to deliver even more thrilling action to basketball enthusiasts.

The Mercury’s preseason opener against the Los Angeles Sparks on Friday, May 10, will be nationally televised on ESPN 2, whetting the appetites of fans for the highly anticipated regular season. The team will then kick off their 2024 campaign on Saturday, May 18, with a home opener against the Atlanta Dream at 7 p.m., broadcast live on 3TV.

Veteran play-by-play announcer Cindy Brunson, whose voice has become synonymous with Mercury basketball, will once again take the helm, providing her expert commentary and analysis throughout the season. Joining her will be basketball Hall of Famer Ann Meyers Drysdale, whose wealth of knowledge and insight promises to enrich the viewing experience for fans.

In addition to the games aired on Arizona’s Family networks, 12 contests will also be broadcast nationally, giving the Mercury exposure on a grander stage and allowing fans across the country to witness the team’s talented roster in action.

The schedule promises a well-rounded mix of home and away games, with marquee matchups against fierce rivals like the Las Vegas Aces and the defending WNBA champions, the Seattle Storm. Fans can expect intense battles on the court as the Mercury seek to cement their legacy and capture another championship title.

With the broadcast schedule now finalized, Mercury fans can mark their calendars and prepare to witness the high-octane action unfold. Whether tuning in from the comfort of their homes or catching the games on the go, this season promises to be a thrilling ride for basketball enthusiasts in Arizona and beyond.

For those eager to experience the electric atmosphere of the Footprint Center firsthand, single-game tickets for the Phoenix Mercury’s home games are now available for purchase, ensuring that fans can be part of the action and support their beloved team in person.