The Atlanta Dream and New York Liberty face off in a highly anticipated WNBA Commissioner’s Cup showdown at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. Both teams enter the matchup near the top of the Eastern Conference standings, making this a pivotal contest with playoff implications.
Game Details
Date: Tuesday, June 17, 2025
Time: 7:00 PM ET
Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
TV Broadcast: WNBA League Pass, ESPN
New York Liberty Outlook
The Liberty (9-1) suffered their first loss of the season in their last outing, falling 102-88 to the Indiana Fever. Despite the setback, New York remains one of the WNBA’s most dominant teams, averaging 85.6 points per game. Sabrina Ionescu has been a standout performer, scoring 34 points against Indiana while shooting 4-of-7 from three-point range. Breanna Stewart continues to be a force in the paint, averaging 20.5 points and 9.2 rebounds per game. New York will look to bounce back at home, where they have been undefeated this season.
Atlanta Dream Outlook
The Dream (8-3) enter this matchup riding a three-game winning streak, including a dominant 89-56 victory over the Washington Mystics. Allisha Gray led the charge with 32 points, shooting 6-of-9 from beyond the arc. Atlanta ranks third in the WNBA in scoring, averaging 84.6 points per game, while their defense has been second-best, allowing just 75.6 points per contest. Rhyne Howard and Brionna Jones have been key contributors, providing consistent scoring and rebounding.
Key Matchups to Watch
Sabrina Ionescu vs. Atlanta’s Defense – Ionescu’s ability to create plays and score efficiently will test the Dream’s defensive structure.
Allisha Gray vs. New York’s Backcourt – Gray’s shooting touch could be a game-changer if she finds her rhythm early.
Breanna Stewart vs. Brionna Jones – A battle of dominant post players that could dictate the pace of the game.
GAME ODDS
Atlanta Dream 164
New York Liberty – 8
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, June 16, 2025
