On July 12, the WNBA action continues as the Liberty host the Sky.
The Liberty, with an impressive 18 wins and 4 losses, lead the league. They average 86 points per game, ranking second in the league, while conceding 77.5 points per game, placing them third defensively.
In their last match, the Liberty triumphed over the Sun 71-68. Ionescu contributed 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Stewart added 18 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Vandersloot scored 11 points, and Jones had 8 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 assists.
Season statistics show that four Liberty players average double-digit scoring. Stewart averages a comprehensive 19.4 points, 9 rebounds, 4 assists, 2.1 steals, and 1.4 blocks per game. Ionescu contributes 18.9 points, 4.3 rebounds, 6.3 assists, and 1 steal per game. Jones averages 16 points, 8.9 rebounds, 3.3 assists, and 1.1 blocks, and Laney adds 12.7 points, 4.5 rebounds, 3.6 assists, and 1.4 steals per game.
The Sky, with a record of 9 wins and 12 losses, ranks seventh in the league. They score 79.3 points per game (eighth in the league) and concede 80.6 points per game (fifth in the league).
In their most recent game, the Sky defeated the Dream 78-69. Carter tallied 19 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists, while Reese had 11 points, 13 rebounds, 3 steals, and 2 blocks. Cadiz chipped in with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and 3 blocks. Reese has now achieved double-doubles in 14 consecutive games, continuing to set new WNBA records.
Four Sky players average double-digit scoring this season. Carter averages 16.5 points, 2.9 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. Reese averages 14.1 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game. Mabrey averages 13.8 points, 5 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.2 steals per game. Williams averages 10 points, 7 rebounds, 1.7 steals, and 1.7 blocks per game but is not expected to return soon due to knee surgery.
In terms of injuries, the Liberty’s Laney missed the last game against the Sun and is currently on the day-to-day watch list. Nia Sabally has been out for 40 days. The Sky, aside from Williams, have no other reported injuries or absences.
In the past ten meetings between the teams, they have evenly split the victories with five wins each. Both teams have won three of their last four games, demonstrating excellent form. Overall, the Liberty have a slight edge in strength and home advantage. Their home record of 10 wins and 1 loss leads the league. The Sky will face significant challenges in this visit.
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