The WNBA regular season is starting with a game between the Los Angeles Sparks and the New York Liberty. This game will take place at the Barclays Center. The game is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, 2026, at 8:00 PM.
The Los Angeles Sparks ended last season with a record of 12-20. In their recent games, they lost to the Phoenix Mercury by 7 points and the Golden State Valkyries by 6 points. However, they managed a win against the Minnesota Lynx by 7 points.
The New York Liberty finished last season with a record of 20-14. In their recent games, they lost to the Indiana Fever by 14 points. They won against the Las Vegas Aces by 40 points and the Seattle Storm by 6 points.
Liberty Preview
The New York Liberty play in the Eastern Conference. They have no head coach listed. Their record for the 2026 regular season is 20-14. At home, they have won 11 out of 16 games.
In recent games, the Liberty had a mix of results. They won against the Las Vegas Aces with a score of 111-71. However, they lost to the Indiana Fever, 106-92. Their last game against the Seattle Storm ended in a 92-86 win.
Breanna Stewart is a key player for the Liberty. She averages 20.1 points per game and 7.9 rebounds per game. Her field goal percentage is 47.0%. Rebecca Allen and Han Xu also contribute with their scoring and rebounding.
The Liberty's current streak is one loss. They rank first in their conference. Their last ten games show a record of 20-14. They are 0.0 games back in their conference standings.
Sparks Preview
The Los Angeles Sparks have a record of 12 wins and 20 losses for the 2026 regular season. At home, they have won 5 games and lost 11. On the road, they have a slightly better record with 7 wins and 9 losses. In their last 10 games, they have the same record as their overall season, 12 wins and 20 losses.
The Sparks have faced some tough games recently. On August 11, they played against the Phoenix Mercury and lost by 7 points, with a final score of 94-87. Dearica Hamby was a standout player in this game, scoring 19 points and making all her field goal attempts. Rae Burrell also contributed with 19 points and 6 assists.
Two days earlier, on August 9, the Sparks played against the Golden State Valkyries. They lost this game by 6 points, with a score of 84-78. In this game, Dearica Hamby scored 12 points and had a field goal percentage of 62.5%. Rae Burrell added 9 points and made 57.1% of her shots.
On August 6, the Sparks had a win against the Minnesota Lynx with a score of 89-82. Dearica Hamby was again a key player, scoring 16 points and grabbing 9 rebounds. Rae Burrell also played well, scoring 17 points. This victory was one of the highlights of their recent games.
Statistical Breakdown for Liberty vs Sparks
The game between the New York Liberty and the Los Angeles Sparks will be influenced by several key stats. The Liberty's home performance is strong, with 11 wins out of 16 games. Breanna Stewart's scoring and rebounding will be vital. The Sparks have a better road record than at home, which could help them. Dearica Hamby's recent performances are also important for the Sparks.
- New York Liberty Home Record: 11-5
- Breanna Stewart Average Points: 20.1 per game
- Breanna Stewart Average Rebounds: 7.9 per game
- Los Angeles Sparks Road Record: 7-9
- Dearica Hamby Recent Game Points: 19 vs. Phoenix Mercury
- Dearica Hamby Recent Game Points: 16 vs. Minnesota Lynx
Betting Insights
The Los Angeles Sparks and New York Liberty are set for an exciting game. The Sparks have struggled recently, while the Liberty have been strong. Here are some key betting insights to consider.
- The Sparks are 6-4 ATS in their last 10 games.
- The Sparks have a 62.5% rate for hitting the Over in all games.
- The Liberty have hit the Over in 80% of their last 10 games.
- The Sparks are 54.5% ATS as an underdog.
- The Liberty are 35.3% ATS in all games this season.
Free Betting Prediction for Liberty vs Sparks
The New York Liberty have a strong home record, winning 11 out of 16 games. Breanna Stewart is a key player, averaging 20.1 points and 7.9 rebounds per game. The Liberty's recent win against the Seattle Storm shows their ability to perform well, even after a loss to the Indiana Fever.
The Los Angeles Sparks have a better road record than at home, with 7 wins and 9 losses. Dearica Hamby's recent performances have been notable, especially her 19-point game against the Phoenix Mercury. However, the Sparks have struggled in recent games, losing to both the Phoenix Mercury and Golden State Valkyries.
Considering the Liberty's strong home performance and the Sparks' recent struggles, the Liberty are likely to win. The Liberty's ability to hit the Over in 80% of their last 10 games also suggests a high-scoring game. The Sparks' 62.5% rate for hitting the Over supports this prediction.
- Our Free Prediction: Liberty -8.5
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