New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky prediction & game preview - September 3, 2023 | WNBA

The Chicago Sky face off against Eastern Conference Leaders New York Liberty in the WNBA on Sunday, September 3.

New York is on a five-game win streak and won 80.6% of their games this season. The Sky, meanwhile, have won their last two games but are fifth in the East. They've lost 21 of their 36 games this season, meaning they're unlikely to qualify for the playoffs. Nevertheless, Chicago will look to halt the Liberty's win streak and gain some bragging rights.

In the last meeting between these two teams, the Liberty recorded an 89-73 victory over the Sky. They will feel confident of producing a similar performance and a similar outcome.

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New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky prediction

New York is a heavy favorite against Chicago. After a strong season, where they have looked like serious championship contenders, there aren't many games that New York is seen as the underdog.

However, the Sky could relish the showdown, which they're expected to lose, as it will allow them to play freely. As such, the Liberty will need to be at or near their best if they want to secure their 30th win of the season.

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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

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 ESPN2, WNBA League Pass and FUBO. The game will be played at the Wintrust Arena and is set to tip off at 3 p.m. Eastern Time.

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New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky: Players to watch

New York has been solid all season, courtesy of great performances form multiple players. However, the performances of Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu, and Courtney Vandersloot have been integral to their success.

As such, the Liberty could look to the quartet to help secure them another victory. The additional impact from Betnijah Laney and Marine Johannes could also ensure that New York wins by a big margin.

For the Sky, Kahleah Copper, Marina Mabrey and Elizabeth Williams will have a lot of pressure on their shoulders, as they're counted on to put in a big performance.