- Event: New York Liberty vs Las Vegas Aces
- Scheduled Date: Sunday, August 9, 2026
- Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
- Broadcast: ABC
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The stage is set at Barclays Center where the New York Liberty (19-13) will clash with the Las Vegas Aces (22-9) this Sunday.
In their most recent matchup, the Las Vegas Aces triumphed over the Indiana Fever with a close score of 86-84. The Aces recorded a field goal percentage of 40.7%, making 35 of 86 shots. From beyond the arc, they converted only 5 out of 22 attempts. At the free throw line, the Aces succeeded in 11 of 14 attempts, achieving a rate of 78.6%. In terms of rebounds, they secured a total of 39, with 12 offensive boards. The team also registered 24 assists and created 21 turnovers, along with 9 steals. Defensively, the Aces allowed their opponents to shoot 46.3% from the field, as Indiana made 31 of 67 attempts. Indiana tallied 6 assists and achieved 10 steals during the contest, while also grabbing 38 rebounds (6 offensive and 32 defensive). The Fever shot 75.0% from the charity stripe, converting 15 of 20 shots, and made 7 out of 20 attempts from three-point range.
A’ja Wilson was a standout performer in this contest, scoring 26 points on 10 of 25 shooting. She played 37 minutes and grabbed 13 rebounds, finishing with a shooting percentage
Entering the game, the Las Vegas Aces own a robust record of 22-9 for the season. The Aces excel in three-point shooting with a success rate of 35.8% (256 of 715) and boast a free throw percentage of 79.6%. Averaging 91.8 points per game, they rank third in the league, while their field goal percentage stands at an impressive 49.2%. They are averaging 11.9 turnovers and committing 18.0 personal fouls each game. As a unit, they pull down 34.1 rebounds per contest and lead the league with 700 assists this season. Defensively, the Aces force an average of 12.4 turnovers per game and draw 19.3 personal fouls. They currently rank third in the WNBA for assists allowed, with 585 given up throughout the season. The Aces’ opponents shoot at a 44.0% field goal percentage (385 of 598) and average 33.4 rebounds per game against them, allowing 34.4% from three-point range. They rank sixth in the league for points allowed per game, conceding an average of 86.5 points.
In their last outing, the New York Liberty secured a victory against the Seattle Storm, winning 92-86. The Liberty managed to gather 30 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive boards, totaling 38 rebounds in the game. They committed only 10 turnovers while achieving 7 steals. The Storm committed 19 fouls during this matchup, allowing the Liberty 21 free throw opportunities, of which they converted 19 at a clip of 90.5%. From beyond the arc, New York hit 7 out of 29 attempts (24.1%). When the game concluded, the Liberty shot 44.0%, making 33 out of 75 attempts. Defensively, they allowed the Storm to score on 36 of 79 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 45.6% for Seattle. The Liberty allowed the Storm to shoot 31.8% from three-point range with 7 out of 22 conversions, and they finished 7 out of 11 at the free throw line (63.6%). On the boards, New York allowed Seattle to collect a total of 35 rebounds (13 offensive).
Breanna Stewart was instrumental for the Liberty in this matchup, hitting 12 of 22 shots for a field goal percentage of 54.5%, while securing 8 rebounds. Stewart totaled 28 points in 33 minutes of play, contributing 2 assists.
The New York Liberty holds a record of 19-13 this season. Offensively, they are shooting at a rate of 46.3% from the field, ranking 5th overall. The Liberty have accumulated 2,883 points this season, averaging 90.1 points per game. They secure approximately 34.7 rebounds each game and assist 20.8 times per contest, placing them 6th in the league. With an average of 13.8 turnovers per game, they also commit 18.7 personal fouls. The Liberty excel at the free throw line, connecting on 85.4% of their attempts. Defensively, New York ranks 9th in the league for points allowed, surrendering 87.5 points per game. Their opponents are shooting 35.0% from three-point range (290 of 829) and converting 75.0% of their free throw attempts. The Liberty have allowed an average of 21.7 assists and 31.1 rebounds per game, placing them 12th and 4th in the respective categories, while forcing an average of 11.1 turnovers and allowing opponents to shoot 45.3% from the field (7th in the league).
Who will secure victory in this WNBA showdown?
Prediction: Pick Las Vegas
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