Liberty Edge Sky in Thrilling Matchup
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Wintrust Arena
New York Liberty 96, Chicago Sky 95, 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 New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky?
New York Liberty beat Chicago Sky 96-95 at Wintrust Arena on June 17, 2026.
Who was favored in New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky?
New York Liberty were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -500 (about 83% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested game, the New York Liberty narrowly defeated the Chicago Sky with a final score of 96-95 at Wintrust Arena on June 18, 2026. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the fourth meeting of the season between these two teams, with New York having previously won three out of their last four encounters in the series, solidifying their dominance over Chicago.
The Chicago Sky entered this game with a home record of 4-10 and had struggled significantly in their recent form, posting a record of 2-8 over their last ten games. They were on a three-game losing streak, averaging 81.8 points scored while allowing 90.4 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games saw them record just one victory, with an average of 81.2 points scored and 90.2 points allowed. At home, the Sky had a record of 1-5 in their last six games, which included a recent loss to the Atlanta Dream, where they fell 75-82.
On the other hand, the New York Liberty came into this matchup with a much stronger away record of 11-4 and were riding a seven-game winning streak. Over their last ten games, they had a record of 7-3, averaging 83.8 points scored and allowing 79.2 points. Their recent performances have been impressive, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged 91.8 points scored while allowing only 78.2 points. The Liberty's success on the road has been evident, as they maintained a perfect away record of 2-0 in their last two games leading up to this contest.
In terms of injuries, the Sky were significantly impacted, missing key players such as Skylar Diggins, DiJonai Carrington, and Rickea Jackson, all of whom were out due to various injuries. The Liberty also faced a setback with Satou Sabally out due to a concussion, but their depth allowed them to maintain their competitive edge.
The betting market reflected the Liberty's strong form, with DraftKings setting the spread at 10.5 points in favor of New York, while the total was set at 169.5. The odds for the Liberty to win straight up were -500, indicating a heavy favorite status, while the Sky were listed at +380.
The game itself was marked by several key scoring plays in the fourth quarter that kept fans on the edge of their seats. With the score tied at 89, Sabrina Ionescu hit a crucial 24-foot three-pointer to push the Liberty ahead. The back-and-forth continued as both teams exchanged free throws and baskets, with the Sky briefly taking the lead at 95-94 after a three-pointer from Sydney Taylor. However, Sabrina Ionescu's driving layup sealed the victory for New York, highlighting her clutch performance in the closing moments of the game.
Overall, this matchup showcased the Liberty's ability to perform under pressure and maintain their winning streak, while the Sky continued to struggle with consistency, particularly in the absence of key players. The Liberty's victory not only reinforced their position in the standings but also emphasized the challenges the Sky face as they look to regroup and improve their performance moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -10.5 | 169.5 o -112 / u -108 | New York Liberty -500 · Chicago Sky +380 |
Injury report
- Skylar DigginsOutKneeChicago Sky
- DiJonai CarringtonOutFootChicago Sky
- Rickea JacksonOutKneeChicago Sky
- Satou SaballyOutConcussionNew York Liberty
Leaders
- PointsSydney Taylor24Chicago Sky
- AssistsSkylar Diggins8Chicago Sky
- ReboundsAzura Stevens6Chicago Sky
- PointsJonquel Jones19New York Liberty
- AssistsPauline Astier4New York Liberty
- ReboundsJonquel Jones8New York Liberty
Recent form
Chicago Sky
Last 10: 2-8Streak L381.8 scored · 90.4 allowed per game1-5 at home
- L106-114at Indiana FeverJun 11
- L75-82vs Atlanta DreamJun 9
- L68-85at Toronto TempoJun 7
- W85-80vs Connecticut SunJun 5
- L72-90at Washington MysticsJun 2
- L58-79vs Minnesota LynxMay 29
- L104-111vs Toronto TempoMay 28
- L75-85vs Minnesota LynxMay 23
- L89-99vs Dallas WingsMay 21
- W86-79at Minnesota LynxMay 17
New York Liberty
Last 10: 7-3Streak W783.8 scored · 79.2 allowed per game2-0 away
- W86-64vs Washington MysticsJun 14
- W104-90at Atlanta DreamJun 11
- W89-80at Connecticut SunJun 8
- W83-75vs Indiana FeverJun 7
- W97-82vs Toronto TempoJun 3
- W75-68vs Phoenix MercuryMay 29
- W84-74vs Phoenix MercuryMay 27
- L74-81vs Portland FireMay 26
- L76-91vs Dallas WingsMay 24
- L70-87vs Golden State ValkyriesMay 22
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | New York Liberty | Chicago Sky |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-66 | 35-71 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 9-27 | 12-23 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 52 |
| Free throws | 21-23 | 13-15 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 20 | 23 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 42 |
| Fouls | 12 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 49 | 42 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter63-60Pauline Astier makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter63-63Gabriela Jaquez makes 25-foot three point jumper (Aicha Coulibaly assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-63Rebekah Gardner makes 10-foot two point shot (Han Xu assists)
- 3rd Quarter65-66Skylar Diggins makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter67-66Han Xu makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot (Pauline Astier assists)
- 3rd Quarter69-66Satou Sabally makes 2-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter69-68Natasha Cloud makes 1-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter70-68Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter71-68Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-68Leonie Fiebich makes 27-foot three point jumper (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter74-70Natasha Cloud makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter74-72Azura Stevens makes running layup
- 4th Quarter75-72Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-72Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-75Sydney Taylor makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kamilla Cardoso assists)
- 4th Quarter76-77Kamilla Cardoso makes layup (Skylar Diggins assists)
- 4th Quarter78-77Breanna Stewart makes 1-foot layup (Jonquel Jones assists)
- 4th Quarter79-77Pauline Astier makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter80-77Pauline Astier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-77Pauline Astier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter81-79Kamilla Cardoso makes layup (Skylar Diggins assists)
- 4th Quarter82-79Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-79Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-79Leonie Fiebich makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter84-81Kamilla Cardoso makes layup (Gabriela Jaquez assists)
- 4th Quarter87-81Jonquel Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marine Johannes assists)
- 4th Quarter87-83Sydney Taylor makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Natasha Cloud assists)
- 4th Quarter88-83Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-83Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-84Natasha Cloud makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-85Natasha Cloud makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-88Sydney Taylor makes 24-foot running jump shot (Gabriela Jaquez assists)
- 4th Quarter89-89Skylar Diggins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-89Sabrina Ionescu makes 24-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter92-90Elizabeth Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-90Jonquel Jones makes 3-foot two point shot (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter94-91Natasha Cloud makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-92Natasha Cloud makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter94-95Sydney Taylor makes 27-foot three pointer (Skylar Diggins assists)
- 4th Quarter96-95Sabrina Ionescu makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Chicago Sky, below favours New York Liberty.
Venue
- Wintrust ArenaChicago, IL
- Attendance7225
- OfficialsGina Cross, Toni Patillo, Agon Abazi
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