Minnesota Lynx Partner with Victory+ for Free Local Streaming

The Minnesota Lynx have officially named Victory+ as their exclusive local streaming partner for the 2026 WNBA season.

This multi-year agreement makes the Lynx the first professional basketball team to provide its local broadcasts via a free, ad-supported streaming platform, effectively removing traditional paywall barriers for fans in the Minneapolis/St. Paul region.

The partnership covers 26 regular-season games and all three preseason matchups, starting with the preseason opener against the Washington Mystics on April 25. Under this model, Victory+ and the Lynx will share revenue through advertising, providing a direct alternative to the collapsing regional sports network (RSN) structure.

Describing the move as a foundational strategy for the league’s next era, CEO of the Lynx and Timberwolves, Matt Caldwell, said: “Access matters more than ever. We heard clearly from fans about how and where they watch, and Victory+ allows us to remove barriers and make Lynx basketball more accessible than ever before.” 

Key Broadcast Features for 2026:

• Barrier-Free Access: Fans can stream all locally distributed games for free by downloading the Victory+ app on smart TVs (Samsung, LG, Roku, etc.) and mobile devices (iOS, Android).
• Content Hub: Beyond live games, the platform will host a 24/7 Lynx hub featuring game recaps, highlights, and behind-the-scenes player features.
• National Exposure: The Lynx will also feature in a record 28 nationally televised games across networks including ABC, CBS, ESPN, ION, and NBC—an increase from 21 in 2025.
• Simulcast Options: Select games are expected to be simulcast on a yet-to-be-announced over-the-air local channel.

Impact on the Minnesota Timberwolves

Following the conclusion of their agreement with FanDuel Sports Network North (formerly Bally Sports), the Timberwolves’ local broadcast rights for the 2026-27 season remain uncommitted. A shift to Victory+ would align the two franchises under a unified, fan-first digital distribution model.

Victory+, owned by A Parent Media Co. Inc., has rapidly expanded its portfolio since launching with the Dallas Stars and Anaheim Ducks.

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