Seattle Storm Kicks Off Season 30 Against Golden State Valkyries at 10pm, and the WNBA's 30th Year Starts Right Now
The 2026 WNBA season tips off Friday night, and Seattle fans get a primetime slot to kick things off. The Storm host the Golden State Valkyries at 10pm ET on ION and League Pass, capping off an action-packed three-game opening night across the league. This is it: Season 30 of women's professional basketball, and the Emerald City is part of the conversation from night one.
A Veteran Storm Squad Ready to Make Noise
The Storm are stepping into a loaded season with a roster built to compete. This team has the experience and depth to make serious waves early. The WNBA landscape is stacked this year, and Seattle's veterans know exactly what it takes to win when the lights come on. Opening night against Golden State isn't a gimme, but it's a statement game for a team that's ready to prove it belongs in the conversation.
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Friday's slate is packed. Connecticut Sun travel to New York Liberty at 7:30pm ET, while Washington Mystics head to Toronto Tempo at 7:30pm ET. Both games air on ION and League Pass alongside Seattle's primetime matchup. The league's 2026 GM Survey already has Las Vegas Aces' A'ja Wilson favored for the Kia WNBA MVP, and the Aces are voted to win the league championship. But that's the beauty of opening night: anything can happen, and Seattle's got a chance to make early noise.
What's Next for the Storm
This is day one of a full 2026 regular season. Every team has something to prove, and the Storm are no exception. Catch the action tonight at 10pm ET on ION and League Pass. This is Season 30, and Seattle's ready to compete.
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