New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky Prediction & Game Preview - August 11, 2023 | WNBA

On Friday, August 11, the New York Liberty and Chicago Sky will go head-to-head in an Eastern Conference matchup. The New York Liberty have won eight of their last 10 games and currently find themselves enjoying a four-game win streak. Whereas, the Chicago Sky have lost six in their last 10, including a loss in their last outing.

Currently, the New York Liberty lead the WNBA Eastern Conference after 22 wins in 28 game. Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky are fifth in the conference, sitting above the Indiana Fever - who currently boast the worst win percentage in the WNBA.

In the last meeting between these two teams, the Chicago Sky shocked the New York Liberty by stealing an 86-82 victory. Hence, Liberty will likely be looking to exact some revenge following that loss.

With the game set to take place at the Barclay's center, it's worth noting that the Chicago Sky have a better record on the road than they do at home, which could work to their advantage as they face one of the best teams in the league.

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New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky Prediction

The Chicago Sky may have snatched a win in their last meeting with the New York Liberty, but it's unlikely to happen again. Outside of the Las Vegas Aces, Chicago is facing the best team in the league. New York is littered with talent throughout their roster - all of whom can swing games in the blink of an eye.

As such, the New York Liberty will enter their contest against Chicago as genuine favorites to win the game and add to their already loft win total as we get closer to the postseason.

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New York Liberty Roster

PLAYER	POS	HEIGHT	WEIGHT	DOB	EXP	FROM
Stefanie Dolson	C	6-5 ft	235 lbs	JANUARY 8, 1992	9 yrs	CONNECTICUT/USA
Sabrina Ionescu	G	5-11 ft	165 lbs	DECEMBER 6, 1997	3 yrs	OREGON/USA
Marine Johannès	G	5-10 ft	134 lbs	JANUARY 21, 1995	2 yrs	FRANCE/FRANCE
Jonquel Jones	F	6-6 ft	215 lbs	JANUARY 5, 1994	6 yrs	GEORGE WASHINGTON/BAHAMAS
Betnijah Laney	F	6-0 ft	166 lbs	OCTOBER 29, 1993	7 yrs	RUTGERS/USA
Epiphanny Prince	G	5-9 ft	179 lbs	JANUARY 11, 1988	13 yrs	RUTGERS/USA
Nyara Sabally	F	6-5 ft	204 lbs	FEBRUARY 26, 2000	R	OREGON/GERMANY
Breanna Stewart	F	6-4 ft	170 lbs	AUGUST 27, 1994	6 yrs	CONNECTICUT/USA
Kayla Thornton	F	6-1 ft	190 lbs	OCTOBER 20, 1992	7 yrs	TEXAS-EL PASO/USA
Courtney Vandersloot	G	5-8 ft	137 lbs	FEBRUARY 8, 1989	12 yrs	GONZAGA/USA
Jocelyn Willoughby	G	6-0 ft	180 lbs	MARCH 25, 1998	2 yrs	VIRGINIA/USA
Han Xu	C	6-11 ft	203 lbs	OCTOBER 31, 1999	2 yrs	CHINA/CHINA

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Chicago Sky Roster

PLAYER	POS	HEIGHT	WEIGHT	DOB	EXP	FROM
Ivana Dojkic	G	5-11 ft	154 lbs	DECEMBER 24, 1997	R	CROATIA/CROATIA
Dulcy Fankam Mendjiadeu	F-C	6-3 ft	204 lbs	JULY 26, 1999	R	SOUTH FLORIDA/CAMEROON
Joyner Holmes	F	6-3 ft	210 lbs	FEBRUARY 22, 1998	3 yrs	TEXAS-AUSTIN/USA
Jordan Horston	G-F	6-2 ft	165 lbs	MAY 21, 2001	R	TENNESSEE/USA
Jewell Loyd	G	5-11 ft	165 lbs	OCTOBER 5, 1993	8 yrs	NOTRE DAME/USA
Ezi Magbegor	C	6-4 ft	181 lbs	AUGUST 13, 1999	3 yrs	MELBOURNE/AUSTRALIA
Jade Melbourne	G	5-11 ft	145 lbs	AUGUST 18, 2002	R	AUSTRALIA/AUSTRALIA
Kia Nurse	G	6-0 ft	181 lbs	FEBRUARY 22, 1996	4 yrs	CONNECTICUT/CANADA
Mercedes Russell	C	6-6 ft	195 lbs	JULY 27, 1995	5 yrs	TENNESSEE/USA
Yvonne Turner	G	5-10 ft	127 lbs	OCTOBER 13, 1987	4 yrs	NEBRASKA/USA
Sami Whitcomb	G	5-10 ft	154 lbs	JULY 20, 1988	6 yrs	WASHINGTON/AUSTRALIA
Gabby Williams	F	5-11 ft	172 lbs	SEPTEMBER 9, 1996	4 yrs	CONNECTICUT/USA

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New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky: Where to watch

You can watch the contest on ION, WNBA League Pass and FUBO.

The game will be played at the Barclays Center and is set to tip off at 8 p.m. Eastern Time.

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New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky: Players to watch

Sabrina Ionescu is coming into the contest against the Chicago Sky on the back of a 31-point, 7-assist night and will likely be looking to have another big performance against the Chicago Sky. Ionescu also hit six threes in her last outing, which would create some perimeter pressure on Chicago's defense.

Breanna Stewart is the New York Liberty's leading scorer, averaging 22.7 per game, and will also be a significant factor in whether the Liberty records a victory on Friday night.

For the Chicago Sky, Kahleah Copper and Courtney Williams will be the two focal points of the offense, while Alanna Smith's rebounding will be a key part of how Chicago look to control the tempo of the game.