NY Liberty Triumph Over Minnesota Lynx in Finals Rematch, with Jones and Ionescu Taking Charge, Scoring 85-75 in WNBA Action
In a thrilling display of basketball, the New York Liberty secured an 85-75 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on August 19, 2025. This win marked the end of the Liberty's losing streak against Minnesota for the season, having lost the first three meetings.
Jonquel Jones and Sabrina Ionescu were the standout players for the Liberty, recording double-doubles. Jones scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds, while Ionescu contributed 17 points and dished out 11 assists. Ionescu's late long-range three-pointer extended the lead to seven points in the final minutes, effectively sealing the win at Barclays Center.
The Liberty's success in this game underscores the key impact of Jones and Ionescu on the team's performance in the 2025 WNBA season. After this game, the Liberty's record stood at 22-13, while the Lynx were at 28-6, reflecting their strong regular-season performances.
Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Aces extended their winning streak to eight games with a 74-72 victory over the Atlanta Dream. A'ja Wilson scored a go-ahead basket with 1:15 remaining to clinch the win for the Aces. Wilson finished with an impressive 32 points, 12 rebounds, four assists, and five blocked shots. Jackie Young was the only other Las Vegas player in double figures, finishing with 16 points and seven rebounds.
In another exciting game, Kahleah Copper made five 3-pointers and finished with 25 points for the Phoenix Mercury as they rallied past the Valkyries 98-91. However, this fact is not from the provided paragraphs about the Liberty's and Lynx's game.
The Liberty and the Aces' wins have significant implications for the playoff picture. The Liberty are currently in a strong position with their 22-13 record, while the Aces sit atop the league with their 30-6 record. Golden State currently sits seventh in the eight-team playoff picture. The Seattle Storm, Los Angeles Sparks, and Washington Mystics are not far behind.
The Lynx, despite the loss, received impressive contributions from their bench. Maria Kliundikova, Natisha Hiedeman, and DiJonai Carrington combined for 38 points. Courtney Williams was the only Lynx starter in double figures, finishing with 17 points and five rebounds.
Alyssa Thomas just missed a triple-double for Phoenix, finishing with 13 points, nine rebounds, and eight assists. Satou Sabally added 17 points and six assists for the Mercury.
This round of games saw several key performances and exciting finishes, setting the stage for more intense competition as the WNBA season progresses.
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