Favored Liberty Expected to Maintain Unbeaten Streak in Season's Opening Games
The New York Liberty and Washington Mystics are set to face off in their second Commissioner's Cup game of the season on Thursday night. The game will be streamed live on Prime Video.
The Liberty have started the season strong, currently holding a perfect 7-0 record. In contrast, the Mystics have struggled, with a record of 3-5. The Liberty's impressive form is reflected in their status as 12.5 point favourites for the game.
The Liberty's offensive firepower has been a key factor in their success. Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and Sabrina Ionescu lead the attack for New York, each averaging over 15 points per game. Sabrina Ionescu, in particular, has been a standout player, averaging more than any other player on the team.
The Mystics have had a tough run recently, losing four of their last five games. Their last victory against the Liberty was in September of 2023. However, WNBA betting sites give the Mystics a long shot to pull off the upset.
The Liberty's defence has also been a strong point this season. They have allowed an average of 71.3 points per game, the best in the league, and have a 20 point average margin of victory, the highest in the league. In comparison, Washington ranks 11th in points per game and 7th in points allowed per game in the league. The average margin of points per game for Washington is -3.3.
The Liberty have dominated the season series in recent years, sweeping the series last year. No game was decided by less than 11 points. The Mystics will be hoping to break this trend and secure their first win against the Liberty this season.
The Mystics have gone 2-1 in their three home games this season, while the Liberty have not lost a game yet. This could make for an interesting dynamic, as the Mystics look to capitalise on home advantage.
For those looking to bet on the game, the best bet is taking the Liberty against the spread at -115 odds. However, with the Mystics' recent form and the Liberty's dominant record, it remains to be seen if the underdogs can pull off an upset.
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