Watch Liberty face off against Lynx: Channel guide, live stream options, keys to victory as Minnesota aims to continue winning streak at home
Minnesota Lynx Host New York Liberty in Pivotal WNBA Matchup
The Minnesota Lynx and the New York Liberty are set to face off on Saturday, July 16, at 2 p.m. ET, in a highly anticipated WNBA game at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Lynx, currently streaming the game on their website, have a 34-25 advantage in their all-time regular season series against the Liberty, but the Liberty managed to secure the 2024 WNBA Championship after going 3-2 against Minnesota.
Napheesa Collier, a top contender for the WNBA MVP, is currently out with an ankle injury, but there are no specific injury updates available related to the July 16 game. Collier played well against the Liberty in their July 31 matchup, scoring 30 points with 9 rebounds, 3 blocks, and 2 three-pointers, indicating she was healthy and active around that timeframe. Breanna Stewart, a key player for the Liberty, has stated that it's a "non-negotiable" to return from her knee injury before her birthday on Aug. 27.
The Liberty registered their highest point total of the season in their win against the Sparks, with Emma Meesseman's contribution being a key factor. Meesseman returned to the WNBA after a hiatus to compete with Belgium in international competitions and has played six games since her return, contributing significantly with 24 points and 9 rebounds in a win against the Sparks, and 24 points and 10 rebounds against the Aces.
The Lynx are on a five-game winning streak and have clinched a playoff spot, with a big lead in the race for the No. 1 seed. The Liberty, despite dealing with multiple injuries, are third in the standings. The Lynx and the Liberty are scheduled to face each other twice more this month, on August 19 in New York.
DraftKings odds for the game favour the Lynx, with a line of -2, and an over/under of 165.5 points. The Lynx coach, Cheryl Reeve, has hinted that Meesseman should have joined the Lynx instead, following her return to the Liberty.
The Liberty have lost two of their last three games, and this matchup against the Lynx presents an opportunity for them to bounce back and potentially close the gap in the standings. Fans can tune in to the game on the Lynx's website for an exciting and closely contested matchup.
- The WNBA matchup between the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty on July 16 is garnering considerable attention, with the game being streamed on the Lynx's website.
- Despite her current ankle injury, Napheesa Collier has shown her prowess in previous games, as seen in her impressive performance against the Liberty on July 31.
- In their win against the Sparks, the New York Liberty registered their highest point total of the season, with Emma Meesseman playing a crucial role.
- The Lynx are currently on a five-game winning streak and have sealed a playoff spot, aiming for the No. 1 seed, while the Liberty, with multiple injuries, are holding third place in the standings.
- DraftKings betting odds for the game favour the Lynx, with a line of -2 and an over/under of 165.5 points.
- This upcoming matchup between the Lynx and the Liberty offers an opportunity for the Liberty to recover from recent losses and potentially narrow the standings gap, promising an exciting and closely contested game for fans.
