On Saturday, August 23, the Atlanta Dream (23-13) will host the New York Liberty (22-14) in a WNBA regular-season match-up.
The Dream marches into the game after a clutch 75-73 against the #1 team Minnesota Lynx. Allisha Gray exploded for 27 points as the Dream forced 18 turnovers and won despite a worse field goal percentage (38% to Lynx’s 41.4%).
On the other hand, the Liberty suffered a big setback, losing to the league’s bottom squad, the Chicago Sky, 85-91. Jonquel Jones exploded for 25 points, but the Liberty defense allowed 50% FG.
The Dream has now shot up to second spot while the Liberty has slipped to fourth.
Can the battered Liberty counter a big-time threat here? Check the predictions related to player props, total, and spread here.
Where to Watch Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty
Time: 2:00 PM (ET)
Venue: Barclays Center, New York
Where to watch: Catch the action on WNBA League Pass.
Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Lineups, News, Form
New York Liberty
The Liberty is playing some shoddy defense these days. They are crumbling without Breanna Stewart. The team is 2-4 in the last six games now. Here are some key aspects related to them:
The Liberty is 5-7 without Breanna Stewart.
Emma Meesseman has grabbed at least 7 rebounds in four of the last five games.
Natasha Cloud has made 2 triples in each of the last two games.
Liberty Expected Starting Lineup
PG: Natasha Cloud | PG/SG: Sabrina Ionescu | SF: Leonie Fiebich | PF: Emma Meesemann | C: Jonquel Jones
Injuries/Updates: Breanna Stewart and Nyara Sabally are OUT long-term.
Atlanta Dream
The Dream has been a defensive powerhouse. They are streaky but know how to get the job considering their experience. Atlanta is 8-2 over last 10 games. Here are some facts about them:
The Dream is 11-5 at home.
Brionna Jones has scored fewer than 10 points in three of the last five games.
Naz Hillmon has grabbed at least 8 rebounds in six of the last nine games.
Dream Expected Starting Lineup
SG: Rhyne Howard | SG: Allisha Gray | SG: Te-Hina Papao | PF: Naz Hillmon | C: Brionna Jones
Injuries/Updates: Jordin Canada is out for at least one more week.
Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Total Over/Under Prediction- WNBA Best Bets
The Dream has scored in the 70s during five of the last six games. They are a low-scoring team focused on defense. The Dream has conceded 80 or fewer points in seven straight games, indicating their defensive prowess.
On the other hand, defense hasn’t been Liberty’s calling card. The Liberty has usually conceded 83 or more regularly. It isn’t shoddy exactly, but they have scored fewer in that span, too.
Overall, this can shape up to be another typical 140-150 ish Atlanta Dream game. Thus, it may be wise to choose “under”.
Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Player Props Predictions- WNBA Betting Picks
Rhyne Howard O 2.5 3-Pointers: Howard is one of the best long-range snipers. She has converted 2.9 3-pointers per game (Career-high).
The Dream guard has nailed 4 or more in three of the last five games. I see her knocking down at least 3 here.
Te-Hina Papao O 5.5 Points: The Dream rookie has been a consistent shooter. She has scored 7 or more in three straight games (Season-5.6 PPG). I expect her to score at least 6 here.
Jonquel Jones O 1.5 3-Pointers: Jones has been on a tear lately, stepping up in Breanna Stewart’s absence. She has also tried to fill Sabrina Ionescu’s sub-par shooting spell.
The center has knocked down 2 or more in four of the last five games. I see her click on at least 2 again.
Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Spread Prediction
The Dream has been in tremendous rhythm all season, but they aren’t exactly dominating. Three of their last four games have been decided by exactly two points. The Dream needs to be a better shooting team, but their streaky nature has curbed their growth.
On the other hand, Liberty’s latest loss against the Sky may be their worst of the season (Like the Connecticut Sun loss). They have now lost against the three worst teams in the league.
Anyway, I expect the Dream to pick their offense here, but the Liberty to show up big too. However, Atlanta will likely seal the deal here and cover the spread
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