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Minnesota Lynx vs. New York Liberty: Preview, Predictions and Picks for October 20, 2024

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Oct 20, 2024 8:10 AM
The stage is set for a thrilling WNBA Finals Game 5 matchup on Sunday, October 20, 2024, at 8:00 PM as the Minnesota Lynx, led by Napheesa Collier, travel to the Barclays Center to take on the top-seeded New York Liberty, fueled by Breanna Stewart. With the series tied at 2-2, this pivotal game will determine which team takes a crucial 3-2 lead in the best-of-five series. Expect an intense battle between these two WNBA powerhouses.
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Minnesota Lynx
New York Liberty

Lynx vs Liberty statistics

Stat Lynx Liberty
Streak W1 L1
Last Ten Games 6-4 7-3
Points Per Game 82.0 85.6
Rebounds Per Game 34.3 36.6
Assists Per Game 23.0 22.8
Blocks Per Game 4.2 4.5
Steals Per Game 8.6 7.9
Field Goal % 44.8 44.5
Three Point % 38.0 34.9
Points Against 82.6 78.9

New York Liberty recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/18/24 @ Minnesota Lynx L 82-80
10/16/24 @ Minnesota Lynx W 80-77
10/13/24 vs Minnesota Lynx W 80-66
10/10/24 vs Minnesota Lynx L 95-93 OT
10/6/24 @ Las Vegas Aces W 76-62

Minnesota Lynx recent games

Game Date Opponent Result Score
10/18/24 vs New York Liberty W 82-80
10/16/24 vs New York Liberty L 80-77
10/13/24 @ New York Liberty L 80-66
10/10/24 @ New York Liberty W 95-93 OT
10/8/24 vs Connecticut Sun W 88-77

Lynx vs Liberty predictions

Talk about excitement brewing! Up next, the Minnesota Lynx are set to clash with the New York Liberty, and there are a couple of players you'll want to keep your eyes on. Napheesa Collier has been nothing short of spectacular, averaging a strong 20.4 points and 9.7 rebounds per game. Given her current form, it's not a stretch to imagine her dominating the boards and racking up points, enhancing the Lynx's chances significantly. Also, Courtney Williams, with her exceptional playmaking skills and averaging 5.5 assists per game, could likely direct the flow of the game, setting up crucial plays when they matter most.

On the flip side, New York Liberty isn't short of star power either. Breanna Stewart, matching Collier's scoring average, is poised to have a major impact. Stewart's ability to pull off crucial shots could be a game-changer here. Also, watch out for Sabrina Ionescu; her knack for setting up teammates, highlighted by her 6.2 assists per game, could really dictate the pace for Liberty. Given their current momentum and home court advantage, these key players might just tip the scales in favor of New York.

So, who's going to snag the win in this nail-biter? The Liberty appear to have a slight edge, especially with the game being played on their turf at the Barclays Center. The synergy between Ionescu and Stewart might be just too strong for the Lynx to disrupt, especially in such a high-stakes encounter. It'll be a tight match, but New York Liberty could potentially clinch this victory, much to the delight of their home fans. What do you think, could the Lynx prove this prediction wrong, or will Liberty ride the support of their fans to a victory?

Lynx vs Liberty game info

Venue Barclays Center
Location Brooklyn, NY
Tip-off Sun 8:00 PM
TV ESPN

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