On Tuesday night, the New York Liberty will take on the Washington Mystics at the Entertainment and Sports Arena in Washington, D.C., as part of the 2024 WNBA season. The Liberty, dominating the Eastern Conference with an impressive 31-7 record, will face a Mystics team struggling at 13-25 and currently ranked fourth in the conference. The Liberty are heavily favored to win, as reflected in the latest WNBA betting odds.
Game Information
- Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024
- Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Entertainment and Sports Arena, Washington, D.C.
- TV: NBA TV/WWOR/MNMT
- Stream: NBA League Pass
Odds and Betting Lines
- Moneyline: New York Liberty (-400) vs. Washington Mystics (+310)
- Spread: New York Liberty (-8.5) vs. Washington Mystics (+8.5)
- Total (Over/Under): 162.5 points
New York Liberty
The Liberty come into this game after a surprising loss to the Minnesota Lynx, 88-79. Breanna Stewart shined in that game, posting 38 points and 18 rebounds. Despite this setback, the Liberty remain one of the league’s strongest teams, averaging 86.32 points per game while allowing 76.71 points on defense. Stewart leads the team, averaging 20.2 points per game this season, making her one of the most valuable players.
Key Players:
- Breanna Stewart: 20.2 PPG, 8.4 RPG, 3.8 APG, 1.7 SPG
- Sabrina Ionescu: 19.1 PPG, 4.6 RPG, 6.1 APG, 1.0 SPG
- Jonquel Jones: 14.6 PPG, 9.1 RPG, 3.3 APG
Washington Mystics
The Mystics narrowly lost their last game against the Atlanta Dream, 76-73. Ariel Atkins led Washington with 16 points, but the team’s offensive struggles continued. The Mystics average 79.56 points per game while giving up 82.44 points to opponents, highlighting their defensive issues. Atkins leads the team in scoring, but the Mystics will need more than just individual performances to keep pace with the Liberty.
Key Players:
- Ariel Atkins: 14.6 PPG, 3.5 RPG, 3.2 APG, 1.5 SPG
- Brittney Sykes: 12.9 PPG, 4.0 RPG, 3.3 APG
- Shakira Austin: 11.8 PPG, 6.8 RPG, 1.3 SPG
Injuries
- Liberty: Nyara Sabally (wrist) is questionable.
- Mystics: Shakira Austin (ankle) is out; Aaliyah Edwards (ankle) is doubtful.
Prediction
The Mystics have shown resilience in recent games, but the Liberty’s firepower and depth make them overwhelming favorites. Expect New York to bounce back from their recent loss and secure a win, with a projected final score of 82-76.
