Let's have a look at the injury report and predicted starting lineups for the Wings and Liberty.
The New York Liberty will welcome the Dallas Wings on Tuesday, August 5, at Barclays Center for the rematch of their previous meeting that took place on Monday, July 28. This will be the second time both teams will be up against each other in the 2025 WNBA season. In their previous meeting, the Wings pulled off an upset over the reigning champions by taking them down 92-82. Needless to say, the sole motive of Liberty for the upcoming game would be to avenge the defeat.
Talking about their previous game, Arike Ogunbowale and Paige Bueckers both put 20 points each on the scoreboard. Luisa Geiselsoder dropped in 14 points, three rebounds, and one assist for the Wings. On the Liberty’s side, Jonquel Jones led the charts with 18 points, seven rebounds, and two assists. Sabrina Ionescu dropped 17 points with four rebounds and five assists.
New York defeated the Connecticut Sun in their most recent match-up to end their four-game losing skid. They would focus on continuing the momentum, and home conditions are likely to play a role. On the flip side, the Wings have lost five games in a row, making them equally desperate for a victory. They would, obviously, ride high on confidence, considering the result of their previous game.
Whatever the result would be, fans will be guaranteed action, thrill, drama, and entertainment. With that said, let’s see how the injury reports and predicted starting lineups look for the Liberty and the Wings.
When: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 | 7 pm ET
Venue: Barclays Center, New York
TV: NBA TV, FOX5 New York, KFAA, and Liberty Live | Live Stream: Fubo, WNBA League Pass
Breanna Stewart- Out (Knee)
Kennedy Burke- Out (Calf)
Nyara Sabally- Out (Knee)
The Liberty have a total of three players listed as out on the injury report. Breanna Stewart will miss action due to a right knee bruise, and there is no timeline set for her return. Burke will be out for a few more games as well due to her right calf strain. Similarly, Sabally is expected to be out for a few more days due to her knee discomfort.
The Dallas Wings will regain Maddy Siegrist on Tuesday against the New York Liberty, but with a minutes restriction.
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More Wings notes: Myisha Hines-Allen (ankle) is questionable, while Diamond Miller will be active. A hardship deal is likely.
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Arike Ogunbowale- Questionable (Thumb)
Myisha Hines-Allen- Questionable (Ankle)
The Dallas Wings have regained Maddy Siegrist for the Tuesday-night clash, but with a minutes restriction. Apart from her, they have Mysiah Hines-Allen listed as questionable with her ankle injury that she sustained in Friday’s loss to Indiana. She didn’t participate in Sunday’s practice session and was available on the sidelines while wearing a boot over her ankle.
New York Liberty– Jonquel Jones, Leonie Fiebich, Emma Meesseman, Sabrina Ionescu, Natasha Cloud
Dallas Wings- Luisa Geiselsoder, Arike Ogunbowale*, Haley Jones, Paige Bueckers, JJ Quinerly
Garima is a sports writer with around two years of experience in Indian sports and a newfound interest in the NBA. Inspired by the leadership of cricketing legend MS Dhoni, she wishes to bring in newer perspectives to the NBA fanatics with her writing.
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