NBA W
Monday, June 8, 2026 • Mohegan Sun Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Sun W | 18 | 17 | 21 | 24 | 80 |
| New York Liberty W | 23 | 15 | 27 | 24 | 89 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Connecticut Sun W | New York Liberty W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 29/57 | 23/39 |
| 3-Pointers | 3/13 | 6/22 |
| Free Throws | 13/23 | 25/29 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 42 |
| Assists | 21 | 17 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 19 |
Game Recap
The New York Liberty W defeated the Connecticut Sun W, 89-80, pulling away for a nine-point win behind a standout scoring performance from Breanna Stewart. New York’s offense found enough rhythm to create separation, while its rebounding edge helped control key stretches of the game. Although the provided team-stat line lists New York with 77 points and Connecticut with 74, the official final score supplied was Liberty 89, Sun 80.
Key Takeaways
- →The New York Liberty W have a significant advantage in advanced metrics, with a Net Rating of 6
- →The New York Liberty W have a significant advantage in both offensive and defensive metrics, as indicated by their higher ORtg and lower DRtg compared to the Connecticut Sun W
- →The New York Liberty W have a significant advantage in recent form and advanced metrics, with a strong offensive rating and net rating compared to the struggling Connecticut Sun W
- →The New York Liberty W, with a significantly higher CPI and offensive rating, are expected to outperform the Connecticut Sun W, who have struggled this season with a poor record and negative net rating
- →The New York Liberty W have a significant advantage in offensive efficiency and overall performance metrics, with a much higher ORtg and Net Rating compared to the Connecticut Sun W