The New York Liberty will play against the Phoenix Mercury at the Mortgage Matchup Center. The game is set for Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM. This marks the start of the WNBA Regular Season.
The New York Liberty recently played against the Las Vegas Aces. They lost by 5 points, with a final score of 104-99. Breanna Stewart scored 26 points and grabbed 11 rebounds in that game.
The Phoenix Mercury's recent games are not detailed here. They have an 11-18 record. Both teams will aim to start the season strong.
Mercury Preview
The Phoenix Mercury play in the Western Conference. They do not have a head coach listed. The team has no specific division. This season, the Mercury have a record of 11 wins and 18 losses.
At home, the Mercury have won 5 games and lost 9. On the road, they have 6 wins and 9 losses. In their last 10 games, their record is 11-18. They are currently on a 3-game winning streak.
DeWanna Bonner is a key player for the team. She has played in all 29 games, averaging 26.9 minutes per game. Bonner scores an average of 9.7 points and grabs 5.7 rebounds per game.
Kahleah Copper leads in scoring with 20 points per game. She also plays 31.2 minutes on average. Alyssa Thomas contributes with 13.8 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 7.8 assists per game. Her field goal percentage is 51.9%.
Liberty Preview
The New York Liberty had a regular season record of 16 wins and 13 losses in 2026. At home, they won 8 games and lost 5. Their away record was 8 wins and 8 losses. In their last 10 games, they had the same record as their overall season, 16 wins and 13 losses.
The Liberty's last game was against the Las Vegas Aces, where they lost by 5 points. The final score was 104 to 99. In this game, Breanna Stewart stood out with 26 points and 11 rebounds. Pauline Astier also contributed with 19 points and 4 assists.
Breanna Stewart played all 30 games in the season, averaging 20.1 points per game. She also averaged 7.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game. Jonquel Jones was another key player, playing 30 games and averaging 13.4 points and 8.4 rebounds per game.
Pauline Astier played in all 30 games, averaging 9.5 points per game. She also had an average of 3.5 assists per game. Sabrina Ionescu played 24 games, scoring an average of 11 points per game. Her average assists per game were 3.0.
Statistical Breakdown for Mercury vs Liberty
The game between the Phoenix Mercury and New York Liberty will be interesting with key stats from both teams. The Mercury have a 3-game winning streak, which could give them confidence. DeWanna Bonner and Kahleah Copper are crucial for the Mercury, while Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones are important for the Liberty. Stewart's scoring and rebounding will be a challenge for the Mercury. The Liberty's recent loss to the Aces might motivate them to perform better.
- Phoenix Mercury Home Record: 5 wins, 9 losses
- New York Liberty Away Record: 8 wins, 8 losses
- DeWanna Bonner: 9.7 points, 5.7 rebounds per game
- Kahleah Copper: 20 points per game
- Breanna Stewart: 20.1 points, 7.9 rebounds per game
- Jonquel Jones: 13.4 points, 8.4 rebounds per game
Betting Insights
The New York Liberty have had a mixed season with a 55.2% win rate in all games. However, their performance against the spread (ATS) has been weak, especially in recent games. On the other hand, the Phoenix Mercury have shown improvement, winning their last three games straight up and covering the spread in those games. Here are the top betting trends for this game:
- Liberty are 0-5 ATS in their last 5 games.
- Liberty are 1-9 ATS in their last 10 games.
- Liberty have hit the over in their last 5 games.
- Mercury are 3-0 ATS in their last 3 games.
- Mercury are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 games.
Free Betting Prediction for Mercury vs Liberty
The Phoenix Mercury have been on a roll with a 3-game winning streak. Their recent form shows they can compete well, especially with Kahleah Copper leading in scoring. Playing at home might give them an edge, even though their home record is not strong.
The New York Liberty have struggled against the spread recently. Despite this, they have strong players like Breanna Stewart, who can make a big impact. Their balanced away record suggests they can handle the pressure on the road.
Considering the current trends, the Mercury might continue their winning streak. The Liberty's recent ATS struggles could be a factor. The game could be close, but the Mercury's momentum might help them cover the spread.
- Our Free Prediction: Mercury +2.5
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