Liberty vs Mystics predictions
It feels like every time the New York Liberty take the court this season, they’re showing off another layer to their already stacked roster. Breanna Stewart’s been in MVP mode lately, lighting up the scoreboard and making it look almost effortless—expect her to put up another high-scoring performance, likely in the 18-22 point range given her recent rhythm. Jonquel Jones is almost quietly dominating on the glass, and with the Mystics’ challenges in the paint so far, don’t be surprised if Jones snags a double-digit score in rebounds again. And let’s not forget Natasha Cloud, who’s been the steady hand orchestrating the offense—she’s primed to drop another six-plus assists in this matchup, especially with all the weapons around her. Liberty fans, are you feeling confident?
Switching over to Washington, it’s hard not to spotlight Brittney Sykes, who’s been the Mystics’ engine on offense. She’s been racking up points at an impressive clip, so you can pencil her in for another night over 20 points if she finds her shot early. Sykes also takes on the playmaking duties, so you might see her setting up teammates for a handful of assists, especially with the Liberty defense locking in on her. Add in Kiki Iriafen, who’s emerging as a real presence on the boards—if she stays aggressive, snagging around ten rebounds isn’t out of the question. The Mystics might be underdogs, but with players like Sykes and Iriafen showing energy on both ends, you never really know what could happen once the lights come on at CareFirst Arena.
That said, with the Liberty storming into this matchup riding a flawless 7-0 start and looking dialed-in on both ends of the floor, it just seems like they have too many answers for whatever the Mystics throw at them. The Mystics are gritty, and they’ve looked solid at home, but New York’s star power, chemistry, and depth have been next-level so far. If you’re placing your bets, the smart money’s on the Liberty to keep the streak alive and head home still undefeated. Now the real question is—how long can they keep it going?
