- Matchup: Minnesota Lynx vs New York Liberty
- Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
- Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
- Broadcast: USA Net
- Odds/Point Spread: Minnesota (-2.5)
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The Barclays Center will be the battleground as the New York Liberty (26-18) clash with the Minnesota Lynx (33-11) on Tuesday for Game 2 of their first-round playoff series. New York currently leads the series with a score of 1-0, entering this matchup as 2.5-point underdogs. The total point line is also set at 173.5.
In the previous game, the Minnesota Lynx suffered a defeat against the New York Liberty, concluding at 91-75. Minnesota recorded a field goal percentage of 41.8% (28 of 67) and hit 9 of 26 attempts from beyond the arc. On free throws, they achieved a solid 76.9%, converting 10 out of 13 shots. The Lynx managed to secure 23 rebounds, including 5 offensive boards, and dished out 20 assists while forcing their opponents into 19 turnovers with 4 steals. Defensively, they allowed New York to shoot 50.8% from the field on 31 of 61 attempts. The Liberty displayed strong defensive prowess with 10 steals and secured 38 rebounds (5 offensive, 33 defensive) along with 6 blocks. They excelled at the free-throw line, converting 16 of 18 shots to boast an impressive 88.9% success rate, and nailed 13 of their 25 three-point attempts.
Nia Coffey made a notable contribution for Minnesota, scoring 16 points with an impressive 6 of 7 shooting accuracy. With 19 minutes of play, she also secured 1 rebound but did not register any assists.
The Lynx head into this matchup with a commendable record of 33-11 for the season. They are shooting 38.2% from three-point range (406 of 1,063) and maintain an 81.5% success rate from the free-throw line. Averaging 90.8 points per game, they rank 4th in the league, shooting 47.7% from the field. Minnesota averages 12.6 turnovers and commits 18.3 fouls each game. The team collects 34.5 rebounds per game and boasts 961 assists, placing them 3rd in the league for passing efficiency. On defense, they force 14.5 turnovers per game and average 16.5 personal fouls. The Lynx give up 32.9% from beyond the arc and rank 3rd for points allowed per game at 83.7. Defensively, they limit opponents to a shooting percentage of 43.5% (639 of 728) and allow 33.2 rebounds per contest, ranking 7th in assists allowed with a total of 900.
In Game 1, the Liberty secured 33 defensive boards and 5 offensive rebounds for a total of 38. New York committed 19 turnovers while achieving 10 steals during the contest. They capitalized on Minnesota’s 23 fouls to shoot 18 free throws, converting 16 for an impressive 88.9%. From the three-point line, New York converted 13 out of 25 attempts (52.0%). Overall, the Liberty shot 31 of 61 from the field, resulting in a shooting percentage of 50.8%. Despite this, they allowed the Lynx to connect on 28 of 67 attempts for a shooting percentage of 41.8%. New York finished the game shooting 34.6% from distance (9 of 26) and completed 10 of 13 free throws (76.9%). The Liberty allowed Minnesota to grab a total of 23 rebounds, including 5 offensive boards.
Breanna Stewart was a standout player for the Liberty, hitting 11 of 18 shots, resulting in a shooting percentage of 61.1%. She contributed significantly with 34 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists over 38 minutes of gameplay.
New York enters this game with an overall record of 26-18. The Liberty have accumulated 3,941 points this season, averaging 89.6 points per game. They secure 35.5 rebounds per contest and commit 18.7 fouls per game while making 84.5% of their free throws. Offensively, the Liberty shoot 46.0% from the field, ranking 6th in the WNBA, and provide 20.8 assists per game (7th in the league), albeit with 13.7 turnovers on average. On the defensive side, New York ranks 7th in points allowed per game at 86.4. They yield 34.2% on three-point attempts (395 of 1,154) while allowing opponents to hit 75.1% of free throws. The Liberty average 21.4 assists and 31.5 rebounds allowed, ranking 11th and 3rd in the league, respectively, while forcing 11.0 turnovers per game and permitting teams to achieve a shooting percentage of 44.8% (7th in the league).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s WNBA showdown against the spread?
Selection: Take New York (+2.5)
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