How to Watch the Atlanta Dream on DIRECTV
The Atlanta Dream are in the 2026 WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries, and every Finals game is on a channel DIRECTV carries. Games 1 and 4 air on NBC (your local NBC station), and Games 2, 3 and 5 to 7 air on USA Network, DIRECTV channel 242. All Finals games also stream on Peacock. In the regular season, Dream games that aren't on national TV air locally on Atlanta News First (WANF), Peachtree TV (WPCH) or Peachtree Sports Network.
2026 WNBA Finals: Dream vs. Valkyries schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | Channel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 at Golden State | Sat., Oct. 17 | 3:30 p.m. | NBC (local), Peacock |
| Game 2 at Golden State | Mon., Oct. 19 | 8 p.m. | USA Network (242), Peacock |
| Game 3 at Atlanta | Wed., Oct. 21 | 8 p.m. | USA Network (242), CNBC, Peacock |
| Game 4 at Atlanta | Sat., Oct. 24 | 1 p.m. | NBC (local), Peacock |
| Game 5* | Mon., Oct. 26 | 8 p.m. | USA Network (242), Peacock |
| Game 6* | Thu., Oct. 29 | 8 p.m. | USA Network (242), Peacock |
| Game 7* | Sat., Oct. 31 | 8 p.m. | USA Network (242), Peacock |
*If necessary. Schedule from NBC Sports, checked October 13, 2026.
How to watch the Dream on DIRECTV
National games
NBC comes with your DIRECTV local channels, and USA Network is channel 242 in every main package. The league's other national partners carry regular-season games, so check the Dream schedule for each game's network.
Local games in Georgia and the Southeast
The Dream renewed their local deal with Gray Media for 2026. Games not on national TV air on Atlanta News First, Peachtree TV or Peachtree Sports Network, depending on the game. In the Atlanta market, Atlanta News First and Peachtree TV come with DIRECTV's local channels where locals are offered. Locally broadcast games also stream free on Victory+.
Not sure which Atlanta channels you get at your address? Call 1-855-690-9884.
A breakthrough season
Atlanta swept the New York Liberty 3-0 in the semifinals to reach their first Finals since 2013, and either team will be a first-time champion. For the rest of the bracket, see our 2026 WNBA playoffs guide and our guide to the Golden State Valkyries on DIRECTV.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is the Atlanta Dream game on DIRECTV?
For the 2026 Finals, Games 1 and 4 are on NBC (your local NBC station) and the other games are on USA Network, channel 242. Local regular-season games air on Atlanta News First, Peachtree TV or Peachtree Sports Network.
When does the Dream vs. Valkyries Finals start?
Game 1 is Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.
Can I stream Dream games for free?
During the regular season, locally broadcast Dream games stream free on Victory+. Finals games stream on Peacock, which needs a subscription.
Is Peachtree TV on DIRECTV?
In the Atlanta market, Peachtree TV comes with DIRECTV's local channels where locals are offered. Check your address for exact availability.
Questions about channels or packages at your address? Call 1-855-690-9884.
Details reviewed October 13, 2026. Game times and networks are set by the WNBA, NBC Sports, USA Network and the team and may change. Channel lineups, regional networks and package availability vary by address and may change. American TV is an independent dealer and resource site; all marks belong to their respective owners.