Matchup: Las Vegas Aces (9–9) vs. New York Liberty (12–6)
Date: Tuesday, July 8, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM ET
Venue: Barclays Center, Brooklyn, NY
Broadcast: ESPN, WNBA League Pass
Streaming: FuboTV (free trial available)
Game Overview
The Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty renew their fierce rivalry in a nationally televised showdown at Barclays Center. These two superteams have combined to win the last three WNBA championships, but both enter tonight’s clash with something to prove. The Liberty started the season 9–0 but have gone just 3–6 in their last nine games. The Aces, defending back-to-back champions (2022, 2023), are just 9–9 and have struggled with consistency and depth. This is the second meeting of the season between the teams. New York won the opener 92–78 on May 17 behind Breanna Stewart’s 25 points and Natasha Cloud’s 22-point, 9-assist performance.
Key Matchups
A’ja Wilson vs. Breanna Stewart
Wilson: 21.9 PPG, 9.0 RPG, 2.6 BPG – 3-time MVP and the league’s most dominant interior force.
Stewart: 19.8 PPG, 7.2 RPG – 2024 Finals MVP, but shooting just 19.6% from three this season.
This MVP duel will define the game. Wilson had 31 points and 16 rebounds in the first meeting, but New York’s length and help defense limited her efficiency.
Sabrina Ionescu vs. Chelsea Gray
Ionescu: 18.9 PPG, 6.1 APG – Coming off a 22-point, 9-rebound, 6-assist game vs. Seattle.
Gray: 12.8 PPG, 4.4 APG – Recently moved into 6th on the WNBA’s all-time assists list.
Gray’s playmaking is critical for Vegas, but Ionescu’s all-around brilliance gives New York the edge in the backcourt.
Team Stats & Trends
| Category | Aces | Liberty |
| Record | 9–9 (4–5 away) | 12–6 (7–2 home) |
| Points Per Game | 79.7 | 86.7 |
| Rebounds Per Game | 33.2 | 34.9 |
| Assists Per Game | 17.1 | 21.1 |
| FG% | 40.8% | 45.0% |
| Last 5 Games | 3–2 | 2–3 |
The Liberty are 8–2 straight up in their last 10 meetings vs. the Aces.
The Aces are 4–6 vs. teams with winning records this season.
New York’s defensive rating jumps from 83.7 to 102.6 when Jonquel Jones is off the floor.
Injury Report
Liberty:
Jonquel Jones (ankle) – OUT
Natasha Cloud – Game-time decision (undisclosed)
Isabelle Harrison – Doubtful
Aces:
Kiah Stokes – OUT (concussion protocol)
Despite missing Jonquel Jones, the Liberty’s superior depth, home-court advantage, and recent dominance over Vegas give them the edge. Expect a high-scoring affair with MVP fireworks from both Wilson and Stewart.
GAME ODDS
Las Vegas Aces 166
New York Liberty – 5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Monday, July 7, 2025
