New York Liberty W vs Los Angeles Sparks W — 85:81, NBA W
NBA W
Friday, August 14, 2026 • Barclays Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York Liberty W | 21 | 28 | 18 | 18 | 85 |
| Los Angeles Sparks W | 16 | 16 | 9 | 40 | 81 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | New York Liberty W | Los Angeles Sparks W |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Pointers | 7/27 | 10/30 |
| Free Throws | 14/18 | 7/13 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 36 |
| Assists | 22 | 22 |
| Steals | 12 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 15 |
Game Recap
The New York Liberty defeated the Los Angeles Sparks 85-81 in a closely contested WNBA matchup, using balanced scoring and a strong rebounding effort to secure the four-point win. New York finished with 41 rebounds and 22 assists, matching Los Angeles in ball movement while creating enough separation late to hold off a strong Sparks push.
Key Takeaways
- →The New York Liberty W have a superior Net Rating of 1
- →The New York Liberty are favored with a 74
- →The New York Liberty W have a significant schedule advantage with 2 days of rest compared to the Los Angeles Sparks W, who are on a back-to-back and have played more games in the last week
- →Both teams have no significant injuries, but New York Liberty's superior Courtframe Power Index and home performance give them an edge
- →The New York Liberty have a slight edge with a better home performance and a higher Courtframe Power Index