Atlanta Dream vs. New York Liberty: Preview, Predictions and Picks for September 19, 2024

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Sep 19, 2024 8:10 AM
On Thursday, September 19, 2024, at 7:00 PM, the struggling Atlanta Dream (14-25) will travel to the Barclays Center to face the Eastern Conference-leading New York Liberty (32-7), who look to extend their undefeated regular season series lead. The Liberty have dominated at home with a 16-3 record, while the Dream have struggled on the road with a 6-13 record. Can the Dream finally break through against the Liberty's stifling defense?
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Atlanta Dream
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Dream vs Liberty statistics

Stat Dream Liberty
Streak W2 W1
Last Ten Games 4-6 7-3
Points Per Game 77.0 86.1
Rebounds Per Game 36.1 36.8
Assists Per Game 18.3 22.9
Blocks Per Game 3.7 4.4
Steals Per Game 7.2 7.9
Field Goal % 40.6 44.6
Three Point % 30.7 34.7
Points Against 80.1 76.4

New York Liberty recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/17/24 @ Washington Mystics W 87-71
9/15/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 88-79
9/12/24 @ Dallas Wings W 99-67
9/10/24 @ Dallas Wings W 105-91
9/8/24 vs Las Vegas Aces W 75-71

Atlanta Dream recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
9/17/24 vs Chicago Sky W 86-70
9/15/24 @ Washington Mystics W 76-73 OT
9/13/24 vs Washington Mystics L 72-69
9/10/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 76-64
9/8/24 @ Indiana Fever L 104-100 OT

Dream vs Liberty predictions

As the Atlanta Dream gear up to take on the New York Liberty, all eyes are likely to be on Rhyne Howard. This guard has been lighting up the scoreboard with an average of 17.4 points per game. Her agility and sharpshooting could definitely pose a threat to Liberty’s defense. At the same time, Tina Charles, with her commanding presence in the paint, pulling down an impressive 9.6 rebounds per game, is anticipated to be a pivotal figure in keeping the Dream competitive. The duo’s performance could certainly sway the game’s momentum in favor of Atlanta.

Switching courts, the New York Liberty is expected to counter strongly with the versatile Breanna Stewart leading the charge. Stewart, averaging 20.6 points per game, is not just a scorer; her all-around gameplay will be crucial against the Dream. Additionally, Sabrina Ionescu’s vision and playmaking skills, evidenced by her 6.2 assists per game, will be key in orchestrating Liberty's offense. With Jonquel Jones under the rim grabbing 8.9 rebounds per game, Liberty's formidable lineup might just be too much for Dream’s defense.

Considering the head-to-head matchups and the current form of both teams, the New York Liberty appears to have the upper hand in this encounter. The combination of strong defensive strategies and consistent scoring by Liberty's star players might tip the scales against the Dream. While Atlanta will put up a determined fight, especially with Howard and Charles leading their charge, New York’s depth and home-court advantage at the Barclays Center likely give them the edge in this showdown.

Atlanta Dream injuries

  • Haley Jones (G): Day-To-Day
  • Aerial Powers (G): Out
  • Cheyenne Parker-Tyus (F): Out

Dream vs Liberty game info

Venue Barclays Center
Location Brooklyn, NY
Tip-off Thu 7:00 PM
TV NBA TV

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