Atlanta Dream at New York Liberty Odds, Picks, and Predictions

Two Teams Looking To Stay Hot

The Atlanta Dream (11-18) will face the New York Liberty (12-17) on Saturday, August 26th at 7:00 PM ET. The Dream are coming off a 101-82 win over the Indiana Fever, while the Liberty are coming off a 99-85 win over the Washington Mystics.

Atlanta Dream

The Dream have been one of the hottest teams in the WNBA since the All-Star break, going 6-3 in their last nine games. They have been led by the play of guard Courtney Williams, who is averaging 19.2 points per game since the break. Tiffany Hayes is another key player for the Dream. She is averaging 17.9 points per game and 4.4 rebounds per game. Hayes is a dynamic scorer who can get to the basket or hit from outside. The Dream are a well-rounded team with a good mix of experience and youth. They are led by head coach Tanisha Wright, who is in her first season with the team. Wright has done a good job of getting the Dream to play together as a team.

New York Liberty

The Liberty have also been playing well since the All-Star break, going 5-4 in their last nine games. They have been led by the play of guard Sabrina Ionescu, who is averaging 18.1 points per game, 7.1 rebounds per game, and 6.5 assists per game since the break. Ionescu is one of the most exciting young players in the WNBA. She is a triple-double threat every night. Ionescu is surrounded by a good supporting cast, including Natasha Howard, Sami Whitcomb, and Betnijah Laney. The Liberty are a young team with a lot of potential. They are led by head coach Sandy Brondello, who is in her third season with the team. Brondello has done a good job of developing the Liberty's young players.

Prediction

This is a tough matchup to call. Both teams are playing well and are capable of winning. However, I am going to give the edge to the Dream. They have been more consistent since the All-Star break and they have a better overall record. I predict the Dream will win 95-90.

Injury Report

For the Dream, Tiffany Hayes (knee) is questionable. For the Liberty, Rebecca Allen (knee) is out.