Ready to dive into a tantalizing WNBA matchup? It's New York Liberty heading down South to face Atlanta Dream. One thing that strikes me right away is how dominant Liberty has been in recent head-to-head matchups, justifying their higher ranking on the leader board.
Liberty's shining knight has to be the might fit for a queen, Breanna Stewart. Bagging an impressive 21.3 points per game over the last month, with additional support from Sabrina Ionescu and her dazzling 21.0 points per game. Together, they form a dynamic duo that's proven hard to beat. And let's not forget Jonquel Jones who may not be lighting up the scoreboard with points but is a rebounding machine, netting approximately 9.4 boards per game last month.
As for Atlanta Dream, they’re not a team to be treated lightly. Rhyne Howard and Allisha Gray are godsends, with each netting 19 points per game last month. Brionna Jones has also joined the party with an admirable contribution to the team’s scoring while making her crucial presence known on the backboards.
The past, as they say, can foretell the future. Looking at the records, Liberty has been fairly consistent, with a win-loss record of 11-4, slightly edging out the Dream's 10-6. Liberty also holds an edge in recent results, despite a loss to Phoenix, countering with a victory over the Dream, while the Dream failed to overcome Minnesota in their latest game.
If we glance at the standings, the Liberty are soaring at #3 and the Dream are not far behind at #4. The stage is set for a fiery contest, but I'd be more inclined towards the Liberty, considering their performance and the past figures.
So, with all these baked into the prediction pie, here you go:
Albert’s Prediction: New York Liberty by 4