New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces: Preview, Predictions and Picks for August 17, 2024

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Aug 17, 2024 8:10 AM
The New York Liberty, riding a five-game winning streak, look to extend their momentum as they face off against the Las Vegas Aces on Saturday, August 17 at 4:00 PM at the Michelob ULTRA Arena. The Liberty, led by their dominant 22-4 record, aim to secure their sixth consecutive win against the Aces, who are fighting to improve their 16-8 overall record.
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Liberty vs Aces statistics

Stat Liberty Aces
Streak W5 L1
Last Ten Games 9-1 8-2
Points Per Game 86.5 88.7
Rebounds Per Game 35.2 35.6
Assists Per Game 23.1 21.0
Blocks Per Game 4.4 5.3
Steals Per Game 8.0 6.6
Field Goal % 45.2 44.6
Three Point % 35.3 34.8
Points Against 76.5 83.0

Las Vegas Aces recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
7/16/24 vs Chicago Sky L 93-85
7/14/24 @ Washington Mystics W 89-77
7/12/24 @ Atlanta Dream W 84-70
7/10/24 @ Seattle Storm W 84-79
7/7/24 vs Dallas Wings W 104-85

New York Liberty recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
8/15/24 @ Los Angeles Sparks W 103-68
7/16/24 vs Connecticut Sun W 82-74
7/13/24 @ Chicago Sky W 81-67
7/11/24 vs Chicago Sky W 91-76
7/10/24 @ Connecticut Sun W 71-68

Liberty vs Aces predictions

As the New York Liberty head into their showdown against the Las Vegas Aces, all eyes are likely going to be on Sabrina Ionescu, who's been lighting up the scoreboard with an impressive 19.8 points on average this season. Her vision and ability to dish out assists have been crucial too, standing at about 6.1 per game, making her a key player to watch in this matchup. Alongside Ionescu, Jonquel Jones is expected to be a dominant force under the boards. Averaging 8.9 rebounds per game, Jones' performance could very well be a deciding factor, especially in a game that promises intense back-and-forth action.

Switching courts, the Las Vegas Aces have their own set of aces up their sleeves, namely A'ja Wilson who has been phenomenal this season. Wilson, dropping a hefty 27.2 points per game and hauling down 12 rebounds, isn’t just playing; she’s dominating. Jackie Young also brings a lot to the table with her playmaking skills, averaging 5.5 assists per game. Their ability to sync and execute flawless plays will definitely keep the Liberty on their toes, making this an exciting matchup to foresee.

Given the current form and the dynamics of both teams, predicting a winner isn't straightforward. However, with the Aces playing at home at the Michelob ULTRA Arena and the robust form of A'ja Wilson, they might have a slight edge. Still, the Liberty’s recent streak and their desire to secure the sixth straight win adds an unpredictable twist to the outcome. This game could very well go down to the wire, becoming a showcase of top-tier WNBA talent and strategy.

New York Liberty injuries

  • Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (F): Out

Liberty vs Aces game info

Venue Michelob ULTRA Arena
Location Las Vegas, NV
Tip-off Sat 4:00 PM
TV CBS

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