Jun 4, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu (20) shoots against the Chicago Sky during the first half of a WNBA game at Wintrust Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
- The New York Liberty (20-4) host the Connecticut Sun (18-5) tonight in a battle of the 2 best teams in the WNBA’s Eastern Conference.
- Breanna Stewart, the reigning WNBA MVP, is questionable for the Liberty. Sabrina Ionescu will be counted on to step up if Stewart is out.
- Read below for our top picks from tonight’s important WNBA action.
The Sun visit the Liberty in important WNBA action tonight. Connecticut is looking to stay close to the Liberty in the standings in the Eastern Conference with the Olympic break coming up quickly. Sabrina Ionescu and her New York squad will look to earn another big win. The big question is around reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart and whether or not she’ll miss this game for rest. Watch the game at 7 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video.
Sun vs Liberty Picks
- Sun +3.5 (-110)
- Sabrina Ionescu over 21.5 points (-115)
If Stewart does sit out of this big-time game, I expect the Sun to keep things close. Yes, they’re on the road, but this is a veteran squad led by DeWanna Bonner and they won’t be impacted too much by the New York home crowd. I’ll take Bonner to have a big game as the Sun keep things close into the fourth quarter. They have the talent to win outright, but I’ll play it safe and pick the Sun to cover the spread and stay within 3 points of the Liberty.
Ionescu is definitely suiting up tonight. She’ll be counted on to handle a bigger offensive load with Stewart potentially sidelined. She scored 28 points on Saturday at Chicago. Stewart sat out for that game, too, and Ionescu was up to the challenge of leading the New York offense.
Over at bet365, you can get -110 odds for the Sun to cover the spread and -115 odds for Ionescu to score 22 or more points.
Sun vs Liberty Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Sun | +3.5 (-110) | +140 | O 154.0 (-110) |
| New York Liberty | -3.5 (-110) | -165 | U 154.0 (-110) |
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The Liberty are expected to win this game. No surprise there, as they’re at home and have a better record than Connecticut. They’re -165 on the moneyline compared to +140 odds for the Sun. The spread favors New York by 3.5 points, with both sides featuring -110 odds. The points total is set at 154.0. The over and the under both have equal -110 odds.
Will Breanna Stewart Play?
Stewart will be on Team USA for the 2024 Olympics in Paris starting later this month. But for now, she’s questionable for the Liberty on Tuesday night for a potential rest day:
There’s a very busy injury report for the Liberty on Tuesday night, as they host the Sun for their first-half finale:
Nyara Sabally – QUESTIONABLE (Back)
Breanna Stewart – QUESTIONABLE (Rest)
Kayla Thornton – QUESTIONABLE (Neck)
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton – OUT (R. Knee@Winsidr— Myles (@MylesEhrlich) July 15, 2024
Stewart isn’t the only New York player who could miss Tuesday night’s game, but she’s certainly the most impactful. She’s averaging a robust 19.3 points, 9 rebounds and 4 assists per contest. She’s appeared in 23 games through the first half of the season, with Saturday’s game against the Sky the first one she’d missed all year.
Yes, Stewart will be missed if she doesn’t play in this one, but that just opens up more opportunities for Ionescu. She’s proven she can lead this team, so the Liberty are in good hands. Expect a close, hard-fought battle between the Sun and Liberty tonight at 7 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video.
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As we head into the middle of July, basketball fans are gearing up for an exciting matchup between the Connecticut Sun and the New York Liberty on July 16th. Both teams have been playing well this season, making this game one to watch for fans and bettors alike.
When it comes to the odds for this game, the Connecticut Sun are currently favored to win. The Sun have been on a hot streak lately, winning seven of their last ten games. They currently sit in second place in the Eastern Conference with a record of 12-6. On the other hand, the New York Liberty have struggled this season, sitting in last place in the conference with a record of 5-12.
In terms of betting picks, many experts are leaning towards the Sun in this matchup. Their strong defense and efficient offense have been key to their success this season. The Liberty, on the other hand, have had trouble finding consistency on both ends of the court.
If you’re looking to place a bet on this game, the best bet may be to take the Sun to cover the spread. With their recent success and the Liberty’s struggles, the Sun should be able to come out on top in this matchup.
Overall, this game between the Connecticut Sun and the New York Liberty is shaping up to be an exciting one. With the Sun favored to win, bettors may want to consider taking them to cover the spread. Be sure to tune in on July 16th to see how this matchup plays out.