Game Details
Matchup: Connecticut Sun (1-5) vs. New York Liberty (6-0)
Date & Time: Sunday, June 1, 2025, at 3:00 PM ET
Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
Broadcast: NBC Sports Boston, WNBA League Pass
Game Overview
The Connecticut Sun, fresh off their first win of the season, face a daunting challenge against the undefeated New York Liberty. The Liberty, reigning WNBA champions, have dominated early in the season, showcasing elite offensive and defensive efficiency. The Sun secured an 85-83 victory over the Indiana Fever on May 30, marking Head Coach Rachid Meziane’s first win and the franchise’s 500th regular-season victory. Meanwhile, the Liberty continued their dominance with an 85-63 rout of the Washington Mystics, led by Sabrina Ionescu’s 28-point performance.
Key Players to Watch
Connecticut Sun:
Marina Mabrey – Averaging 16.2 PPG, she led the Sun with 26 points in their last game.
Tina Charles – Veteran presence, averaging 17.2 PPG, providing leadership and scoring.
Olivia Nelson-Ododa – Defensive anchor, leading the team with 6.7 RPG.
New York Liberty:
Breanna Stewart – Leading scorer with 19.0 PPG, also contributing 4.7 RPG and 3.7 APG.
Sabrina Ionescu – Averaging 17.8 PPG, a key playmaker with 4.7 RPG and 4.7 APG.
Jonquel Jones – Dominant rebounder, ranking second in the league with 11.4 RPG.
The Liberty boast the league’s best offense, averaging 91.6 PPG, while the Sun struggle at 74.0 PPG, ranking second-to-last. Connecticut’s defense has been shaky, allowing 87.3 PPG, while New York holds opponents to 76.8 PPG, ranking third-best.
GAME ODDS
Connecticut Sun 161.5
New York Liberty – 18
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, May 31, 2025
