The Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty face off in a highly anticipated WNBA regular-season opener at Barclays Center. This matchup features two of the league’s powerhouse teams, both looking to set the tone for the 2025 season after their intense battles in last year’s playoffs.
Game Details
- Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM ET
- Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
- TV Broadcast: ESPN, WNBA League Pass
Team Overview
Las Vegas Aces (2024 Record: 29-11, WNBA Semifinalist)
- Win Probability: Slight Underdog (+2.5 spread)
- Key Players:
- A’ja Wilson (MVP candidate, dominant two-way player)
- Kelsey Plum (elite scorer, key perimeter threat)
- Chelsea Gray (veteran playmaker, floor general)
- Strengths:
- Championship experience and deep roster
- Strong defensive presence, led by Wilson
- High-powered offense with multiple scoring threats
New York Liberty (2024 Record: 32-8, WNBA Finalist)
- Win Probability: Slight Favorite (-2.5 spread)
- Key Players:
- Breanna Stewart (2024 MVP, versatile forward)
- Sabrina Ionescu (elite shooter, playmaker)
- Jonquel Jones (dominant post presence)
- Strengths:
- Balanced attack with elite scoring and rebounding
- Strong home-court advantage at Barclays Center
- Defensive versatility with Stewart and Jones
Matchup Breakdown
- Aces’ Edge: Las Vegas boasts championship experience, with Wilson leading the charge. Their ability to control the pace and dominate the paint will be key.
- Liberty’s Hope: New York must capitalize on home-court energy and push the tempo. If their stars can step up early, they could take control of the game.
- X-Factor: A’ja Wilson vs. Breanna Stewart – The battle between two MVP-caliber forwards could define the game’s outcome.
GAME ODDS
Las Vegas Aces 166.5
New York Liberty – 4.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, May 16, 2025
