Wagering Previews for the Mercury vs Liberty Match, Betting Tips, Individual Stats & Betting Lines: Will Breanna Stewart Feature in Game 2?
The New York Liberty are set to face the Phoenix Mercury in Game 2 of their first-round series on Wednesday night, with a chance to secure a decisive victory. The game will take place at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, NY at 8:00 pm ET.
The Liberty, who finished fifth in the regular season, have been impressive at home, boasting a record of 17-5. Their defense was a key factor in their win in Game 1, limiting the Mercury to 32.5% from the field.
Key players for the Liberty, such as Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart, are pivotal for the team. However, the draft typically involves new college prospects, and the search results do not specify any such player for 2023. Stewart, the two-time MVP for the Liberty, is a game-time decision for Wednesday's game.
The spread for the game has been fluctuating due to Stewart's uncertain availability. As of 11:36 am ET, the bets Phoenix moneyline was +155 at ESPN Bet, with the Liberty priced as 3.5-point favorites against the Mercury at Caesars. The Liberty moneyline was -170 at either Caesars or bet365.
In terms of individual player props, Sabrina Ionescu's points prop is set at under 18.5 points at bet365, while Betnijah Copper's points prop is set at under 16.5 points at the same book. Alyssa Thomas of the Phoenix Mercury has the highest rebound total at 9.5, and the highest assist total at 8.5. The highest point total for Game 2 is set for Sabrina Ionescu of the New York Liberty, at 18.5 O/U.
Kahleah Copper of the Phoenix Mercury has a point total of 15.5 O/U for Game 2, lower than Ionescu's. DraftKings is offering the over at -105, while FanDuel is offering the same price on the under. Caesars is the only book that still has New York at -3.5 (-115).
The Liberty's Thomas was impressive in Game 1, with her rebound and assist totals being close to her regular-season averages. The game total is 159.5 across all books.
The outcome of Wednesday's game could significantly impact the series, with the Liberty looking to capitalize on their home advantage and take a commanding 2-0 lead. The uncertainty surrounding Breanna Stewart adds an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.
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