New York Liberty Defeats Connecticut Sun 79-67
Sunday, May 3, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Mohegan Sun Arena
New York Liberty 79, Connecticut Sun 67, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New York Liberty vs Connecticut Sun?
New York Liberty beat Connecticut Sun 79-67 at Mohegan Sun Arena on May 3, 2026.
Who was favored in New York Liberty vs Connecticut Sun?
New York Liberty were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Mohegan Sun Arena, the New York Liberty secured a 79-67 victory over the Connecticut Sun. This win extends New York's dominance in the series, bringing their record against Connecticut to 3-0 this season. The Liberty's performance was marked by a strong fourth quarter, where they pulled away decisively after a closely contested game.
Both teams entered the game with a record of 1-1, and their recent form reflected a mix of struggles and successes. The Connecticut Sun, with a 4-6 record over their last ten games, had been averaging 78.8 points scored while allowing 87.2 points. Their last match resulted in a victory against the Toronto Tempo, where they won 83-78. However, they faced challenges at home, holding a home record of 1-3. In contrast, the New York Liberty, also at 5-5 in their last ten games, had been scoring an average of 76.0 points while allowing 78.0 points. Their most recent outing ended in a loss to the Indiana Fever, where they fell 91-109.
The game featured several key injuries that impacted the Connecticut Sun's roster. Rayah Marshall, Olivia Nelson-Ododa, Brittney Griner, Kennedy Burke, and Leila Lacan were all sidelined, with Griner's absence due to a knee issue being particularly notable. On the other side, the Liberty were missing Satou Sabally, who was out due to a concussion.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Liberty with a spread of 8.5 points and a moneyline of -395, while the Sun were listed at +310. The total for the game was set at 165.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
Game conditions were typical for a WNBA matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. The Liberty's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities in the fourth quarter proved crucial. Key moments included a series of three-pointers from Marine Johannes, who contributed significantly to the Liberty's offensive surge, including a 25-foot jumper that extended their lead to 74-67.
As the game progressed, the Liberty's defense tightened, limiting the Sun's scoring opportunities. Connecticut struggled to find their offensive flow, particularly in the second half, where they were outscored decisively.
Overall, the Liberty's victory not only solidified their standing in the league but also highlighted the challenges facing the Sun as they look to regroup amidst their injury woes. The performance of both teams will be closely monitored as they continue through the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -8.5 | 165.5 o -108 / u -112 | New York Liberty -395 · Connecticut Sun +310 |
Injury report
- Rayah MarshallOutCoach's DecisionConnecticut Sun
- Olivia Nelson-OdodaOutKneeConnecticut Sun
- Brittney GrinerOutKneeConnecticut Sun
- Kennedy BurkeOutNot Injury RelatedConnecticut Sun
- Leila LacanOutNot Injury RelatedConnecticut Sun
- Satou SaballyOutConcussionNew York Liberty
Leaders
- PointsBrittney Griner16Connecticut Sun
- AssistsSaniya Rivers4Connecticut Sun
- ReboundsAneesah Morrow8Connecticut Sun
- PointsJonquel Jones15New York Liberty
- AssistsMarine Johannes4New York Liberty
- ReboundsRebekah Gardner7New York Liberty
Recent form
Connecticut Sun
Last 10: 4-6Streak W178.8 scored · 87.2 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W83-78at Toronto TempoApr 29
- L72-88vs Atlanta DreamSep 10
- L62-87at Atlanta DreamSep 8
- W87-84vs Phoenix MercurySep 6
- L64-88at Chicago SkySep 4
- L76-93vs Atlanta DreamSep 1
- L70-94vs Minnesota LynxAug 30
- W101-95at Dallas WingsAug 28
- L79-81at New York LibertyAug 25
- W94-84at Chicago SkyAug 23
New York Liberty
Last 10: 5-5Streak L376 scored · 78 allowed per game3-3 away
- L91-109vs Indiana FeverApr 25
- L73-79at Phoenix MercurySep 20
- L60-86vs Phoenix MercurySep 18
- W76-69at Phoenix MercurySep 14
- W91-86at Chicago SkySep 12
- W75-66vs Washington MysticsSep 9
- W84-76at Seattle StormSep 6
- L58-66at Golden State ValkyriesSep 3
- L63-80at Phoenix MercuryAug 31
- W89-63vs Washington MysticsAug 28
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 | Connecticut Sun |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-65 | 27-66 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-26 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 29 |
| Free throws | 22-22 | 7-9 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 25 |
| Assists | 16 | 15 |
| Steals | 11 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 40 |
| Fouls | 16 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 87 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Quarter36-36Kennedy Burke makes 24-foot running pullup jump shot (Diamond Miller assists)
- 2nd Quarter38-36Pauline Astier makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Breanna Stewart assists)
- 2nd Quarter38-38Diamond Miller makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Quarter40-38Han Xu makes 13-foot jumper (Pauline Astier assists)
- 2nd Quarter40-39Saniya Rivers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Quarter40-40Saniya Rivers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Quarter42-40Pauline Astier makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 3rd Quarter42-42Diamond Miller makes 6-foot pullup jump shot (Brittney Griner assists)
- 3rd Quarter44-42Sabrina Ionescu makes driving layup (Marine Johannes assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-42Jonquel Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-44Aneesah Morrow makes layup (Kennedy Burke assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-46Brittney Griner makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter50-46Marine Johannes makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter52-46Derin Erdogan makes 2-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter52-47Olivia Nelson-Ododa makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter53-47Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter54-47Rebekah Gardner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter54-49Raegan Beers makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot (Kennedy Burke assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-49Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter56-49Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter56-51Olivia Nelson-Ododa makes 1-foot layup (Gianna Kneepkens assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-52Harmoni Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter56-53Harmoni Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter59-53Jonquel Jones makes 25-foot three pointer (Derin Erdogan assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-53Anneli Maley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter61-53Anneli Maley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter63-53Derin Erdogan makes 3-foot reverse layup (Han Xu assists)
- 4th Quarter63-56Harmoni Turner makes 25-foot three point jumper (Raegan Beers assists)
- 4th Quarter66-56Derin Erdogan makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marine Johannes assists)
- 4th Quarter66-58Olivia Nelson-Ododa makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter68-58Han Xu makes two point shot (Anneli Maley assists)
- 4th Quarter68-59Diamond Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-60Diamond Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter68-62Madison Hayes makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter71-62Anneli Maley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Marine Johannes assists)
- 4th Quarter71-65Gianna Kneepkens makes 26-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter71-67Harmoni Turner makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter74-67Marine Johannes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter77-67Marine Johannes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pauline Astier assists)
- 4th Quarter79-67Pauline Astier makes 3-foot layup (Rebekah Gardner assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Connecticut Sun, below favours New York Liberty.
Venue
- Mohegan Sun ArenaUncasville, CT
- Attendance5218
- OfficialsTim Greene, Marcy Williams, Genesis Perrymond
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