Liberty Triumph Over Lynx in Barclays Center Showdown
Friday, July 3, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Barclays Center
New York Liberty 99, Minnesota Lynx 86, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Minnesota Lynx vs New York Liberty?
New York Liberty beat Minnesota Lynx 99-86 at Barclays Center on July 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Minnesota Lynx vs New York Liberty?
Minnesota Lynx were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
The New York Liberty secured a decisive victory against the Minnesota Lynx, winning 99-86 at Barclays Center. This match was particularly notable as it marked the conclusion of a tightly contested series, now tied at 1-1 following previous encounters. The Liberty, with a home record of 13-8, showcased their strength at home against a formidable Lynx team that boasted an away record of 15-5.
In the lead-up to this game, the Liberty had a mixed form, recording 6 wins and 4 losses in their last 10 games, and entering the match on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Las Vegas Aces 93-85. They averaged 89.0 points scored and allowed 84.9 points per game during this stretch. Their recent home performance was solid, with a record of 2-1 in their last three games at Barclays Center.
Conversely, the Lynx came into the game with a strong recent form, having won 8 of their last 10 games and currently riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 90.1 points scored and allowed 79.7 points, demonstrating their offensive prowess and defensive capabilities. The Lynx's away record stood at 4-1, showcasing their ability to perform on the road.
Historically, the Liberty and Lynx have faced each other four times in the last season, with the Lynx holding a 3-1 advantage in those meetings. The last encounter prior to this game saw the Liberty triumph 85-75 at home on August 19, 2025. However, the Lynx had previously defeated the Liberty twice in their last season, including a close match where they edged out a victory with a score of 100-93.
The injury report impacted both teams heading into this matchup. The Liberty were without Satou Sabally due to a concussion, which was a significant loss for their lineup. The Lynx also faced challenges, with Elena Buenavida, Antonia Delaere, and Dorka Juhasz all ruled out for various non-injury-related reasons. These absences likely influenced the dynamics of the game.
From a betting perspective, the market had Minnesota favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 174.5 points. The odds indicated a competitive matchup, but the Liberty's performance would ultimately defy expectations.
Conditions in Barclays Center were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and the Liberty capitalized on their home court advantage. The game featured several key scoring plays, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the Liberty maintained their lead. Notable moments included Breanna Stewart's contributions from the free-throw line and Leonie Fiebich's three-point jumper that extended the Liberty's lead to 99 points.
As the game concluded, the Liberty's home win probability was recorded at 1.0, reflecting their dominance in this matchup. The final score of 99-86 not only highlighted the Liberty's offensive capabilities but also underscored their resilience against a strong Lynx team.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIN -2.5 | 174.5 o -108 / u -112 | Minnesota Lynx -135 · New York Liberty +114 |
Injury report
- Satou SaballyOutConcussionNew York Liberty
- Elena BuenavidaOutCoach's DecisionMinnesota Lynx
- Antonia DelaereOutNot Injury RelatedMinnesota Lynx
- Dorka JuhaszOutNot Injury RelatedMinnesota Lynx
Leaders
- PointsBreanna Stewart36New York Liberty
- AssistsSabrina Ionescu6New York Liberty
- ReboundsJonquel Jones15New York Liberty
- PointsKayla McBride18Minnesota Lynx
- AssistsOlivia Miles5Minnesota Lynx
- ReboundsNatasha Howard6Minnesota Lynx
Recent form
New York Liberty
Last 10: 6-4Streak W189 scored · 84.9 allowed per game2-1 at home
- W93-85vs Las Vegas AcesJun 30
- L67-76at Golden State ValkyriesJun 28
- L88-99at Seattle StormJun 26
- W87-76at Las Vegas AcesJun 24
- L97-98at Los Angeles SparksJun 22
- L83-86vs Washington MysticsJun 19
- W96-95at Chicago SkyJun 18
- W86-64vs Washington MysticsJun 14
- W104-90at Atlanta DreamJun 11
- W89-80at Connecticut SunJun 8
Minnesota Lynx
Last 10: 8-2Streak W290.1 scored · 79.7 allowed per game4-1 away
- W85-77at Dallas WingsJun 28
- W78-76at Washington MysticsJun 24
- L79-84vs Washington MysticsJun 21
- W81-75at Golden State ValkyriesJun 20
- W99-83at Los Angeles SparksJun 18
- W107-74vs Portland FireJun 16
- L97-100at Las Vegas AcesJun 14
- W100-76vs Dallas WingsJun 10
- W88-68vs Seattle StormJun 6
- W87-84vs Golden State ValkyriesJun 5
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Minnesota Lynx | New York Liberty |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-85 | 36-62 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 10-31 | 10-25 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-9 | 17-18 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 15 | 27 |
| Assists | 22 | 26 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 52 |
| Fouls | 15 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 4 | 91 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Quarter49-59Pauline Astier makes 6-foot two point shot (Jonquel Jones assists)
- 3rd Quarter49-62Breanna Stewart makes 24-foot three point jumper (Leonie Fiebich assists)
- 3rd Quarter49-64Breanna Stewart makes layup
- 3rd Quarter52-64Kayla McBride makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter54-64Courtney Williams makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter56-64Courtney Williams makes 12-foot running pullup jump shot
- 3rd Quarter56-66Sabrina Ionescu makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter56-68Breanna Stewart makes running layup (Leonie Fiebich assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-70Breanna Stewart makes running layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 3rd Quarter58-70Natasha Howard makes 4-foot layup (Nia Coffey assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-70Kayla McBride makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter60-72Breanna Stewart makes driving layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-72Antonia Delaere makes 27-foot three point jumper (Anastasiia Olairi Kosu assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-73Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-74Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-75Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-76Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter63-78Han Xu makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter65-78Olivia Miles makes 5-foot two point shot (Anastasiia Olairi Kosu assists)
- 4th Quarter68-78Maya Caldwell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Antonia Delaere assists)
- 4th Quarter68-80Leonie Fiebich makes 3-foot reverse layup (Jonquel Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter68-81Pauline Astier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-82Pauline Astier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-85Jonquel Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter70-85Courtney Williams makes 8-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter70-87Pauline Astier makes driving layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter73-87Kayla McBride makes 23-foot three point jumper (Maya Caldwell assists)
- 4th Quarter73-89Breanna Stewart makes 2-foot layup (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter73-90Breanna Stewart makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter76-90Courtney Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Maya Caldwell assists)
- 4th Quarter76-92Breanna Stewart makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter78-92Kayla McBride makes driving layup (Anastasiia Olairi Kosu assists)
- 4th Quarter80-92Liatu King makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter80-94Leonie Fiebich makes 1-foot layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter82-94Liatu King makes driving layup (Kayla McBride assists)
- 4th Quarter82-95Breanna Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter82-96Breanna Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-96Anastasiia Olairi Kosu makes 3-foot layup (Antonia Delaere assists)
- 4th Quarter84-99Leonie Fiebich makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter86-99Liatu King makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
Win probability
Above the line favours New York Liberty, below favours Minnesota Lynx.
Venue
- Barclays CenterBrooklyn, NY
- Attendance15345
- OfficialsTim Greene, Genesis Perrymond, Gerda Gatling
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