Chicago Sky vs New York Liberty, WNBA Commissioner's Cup, 2026, Today Match Prediction
Chicago Sky
New York Liberty
Will New York Liberty outplay Chicago Sky?
- Chicago Sky has a 52.4% win rate against the New York Liberty.
- Chicago Sky averages 82 points at home while playing against the New York Liberty.
- In the last five matches, New York Liberty has won all five matches.
New York Liberty to win and cover the spread (-7.5).
| Tournament: | WNBA Commissioner's Cup, 2026 |
| Live Streaming: | Courtside 1891 |
| Venue: | Wintrust Arena Chicago |
| Tip Off: | 05:30:00 |
Chicago Sky vs New York Liberty Basteball Odds
| Bookmaker | Team A | Team B |
|---|---|---|
| 1xBet | 3.70 | 1.27 |
Chicago Sky vs New York Liberty Match Prediction & Analysis
The Chicago Sky face a tough challenge against the New York Liberty on June 18. Chicago will rely on Sydney Taylor and Kamilla Cardoso to compete inside, while New York counters with elite talent, depth, and defense led by Jonquel Jones and Breanna Stewart. If the Liberty control the pace and limit turnovers, they should secure a comfortable victory.
New York Liberty is currently 3rd in the Women’s National Basketball Association, with a 10-4 record, while the Chicago Sky is 12th in the standings with a 4-9 record.
In the Commissioner’s Cup Eastern Conference standings, New York Liberty is 1st with a 5-0 record, while Chicago Sky is 6th with a 1-4 record.
In the last five head-to-head matchups, Chicago Sky has just won one match, while the New York Liberty has won four matches and is currently riding a one game winning streak against the Chicago Sky.
Chicago Sky vs New York Liberty Player Stats
| Player Name | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Steals/Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney Taylor | 14.5 | 1.5 | 2.5 | 0.0/0.5 |
| Breanna Stewart | 10.0 | 5.5 | 1.0 | 0.0/0.0 |
Teams Preview
Chicago Sky Preview
The Chicago Sky delivered one of their strongest offensive performances of the season but still came up short in a 114-106 loss to the Indiana Fever.
Sydney Taylor delivered a dominant 30 points team high, supported by Skylar Diggins Smith’s 21 points. Azura Breeona Stevens contributed an all round 10 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists, while Kamilla Cardoso and Jacy Sheldon also added 10 points each, but their efforts fell short.
Offensively, Chicago shot competitively, hitting 44.2% from the field, 29.2% from the perimeter and 81.6% from the free throw line. They also matched Indiana’s ball movement (22 assists). However, defensively they got outrebounded 46-34 on the boards, made key defensive lapses and committed 16 turnovers.
Despite the defeat, Chicago showed encouraging signs offensively, demonstrating resilience and the ability to compete with one of the league’s highest-scoring teams. The Sky’s challenge moving forward will be pairing that offensive production with more consistent defensive execution.
Overall, the team averages 91 points per game, while dishing out 18 assists. Defensively, they record 28.5 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 97.5 points per game.
New York Liberty Preview
The New York Liberty delivered a dominant all around performance in their 86-64 victory over the Washington Mystics, showcasing the defensive intensity and depth that have made them one of the WNBA’s top teams.
Jonquel Orthea Jones led the scoring with 20 points, while Breanna Stewart added 14 points and 12 rebounds, a double-double.
Offensively, the New York Liberty shot efficiently, hitting 49.1% from the field, 42.3% from the perimeter and 86.4% from the free throw line, supported by their fluid ball movement (22 assists). Defensively, they protected the paint well through 25 defensive rebounds, 10 blocks and recorded 9 steals which caused key momentum swings.
The win further highlighted the Liberty’s championship credentials, as they combined efficient scoring with lockdown defense to secure a comfortable 22-point victory and maintain their place among the league’s elite teams.
Overall, the team averages 85 points per game, while dishing out 18.5 assists. Defensively, they record 33.5 rebounds, but allow opponents to score 88 points per game.
Chicago Sky vs New York Liberty Starting Lineups
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Sydney Taylor |
| SG | Skylar Diggins Smith |
| SF | Jacy Sheldon |
| PF | Azura Breeona Stevens |
| C | Kamilla Cardoso |
| Position | Player Name |
|---|---|
| PG | Satou Sabally |
| SG | Marine Johannes |
| SF | Leonie Fiebich |
| PF | Breanna Stewart |
| C | Jonquel Orthea Jones |
CHICAGO SKY vs NEW YORK LIBERTY
Winning PredictionNew York enters as the clear favorite thanks to its strong momentum, depth, and star power. Chicago’s frontcourt should compete, but the Liberty are expected to pull away and win comfortably. We are backing New York Liberty to win this matchup.
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