Toronto Tempo Edges New York Liberty in Thrilling Finish
Sunday, July 12, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Bell Centre
Toronto Tempo 93, New York Liberty 91, 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 Toronto Tempo?
Toronto Tempo beat New York Liberty 93-91 at Bell Centre on July 12, 2026.
Who was favored in New York Liberty vs Toronto Tempo?
New York Liberty were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -285 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Toronto Tempo triumphed over the New York Liberty with a final score of 93-91. This victory not only ties the series at 1-1 but also marks a significant turnaround for the Tempo, who have struggled in recent weeks. The game took place at the Bell Centre, where the Tempo have had a challenging home record of 10-13 this season.
The Tempo entered the game on a four-game losing streak, having won only two of their last ten games, with an average of 89.2 points scored and 95.8 points allowed during that stretch. Their recent form has been concerning, particularly at home, where they have managed just one win in their last six games. In their previous encounter with the Liberty on June 3, 2026, the Tempo lost decisively, with a score of 82-97.
On the other hand, the Liberty came into this game with a record of 13-11 and were looking to bounce back after losing their last two games. Over their last ten outings, they have won four, averaging 87.2 points scored and 87.9 points allowed. Despite their recent struggles, they had a strong away record of 2-4 in their last six games.
In terms of injuries, the Tempo faced significant challenges, with key players Nyara Sabally, Maria Conde, Julie Allemand, Marina Mabrey, and Aneesah Morrow all sidelined. The Liberty also dealt with the absence of Satou Sabally due to a concussion. These injuries undoubtedly impacted both teams' strategies and player rotations throughout the game.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Liberty favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 178.5. The odds reflected the Liberty's stronger record, but the Tempo's home court advantage and the Liberty's recent form made the matchup intriguing.
The game itself was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. The fourth quarter was particularly intense, featuring several scoring plays that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Marina Mabrey made a crucial two-point shot, followed by free throws from Jonquel Jones and Breanna Stewart, which brought the Liberty within striking distance. However, the Tempo managed to hold on, with a late layup from Nyara Sabally sealing the game.
Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of the Toronto Tempo, who, despite their recent struggles and injury woes, managed to pull off a narrow victory against the New York Liberty. The win not only boosts their morale but also sets the stage for an exciting continuation of their series.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NY -7.5 | 178.5 o -108 / u -112 | New York Liberty -285 · Toronto Tempo +230 |
Injury report
- Nyara SaballyOutCalfToronto Tempo
- Maria CondeOutNot Injury RelatedToronto Tempo
- Julie AllemandOutHeadToronto Tempo
- Marina MabreyOutHipToronto Tempo
- Aneesah MorrowOutKneeToronto Tempo
- Satou SaballyOutConcussionNew York Liberty
Leaders
- PointsMarina Mabrey30Toronto Tempo
- AssistsJulie Allemand10Toronto Tempo
- ReboundsNyara Sabally7Toronto Tempo
- PointsSabrina Ionescu28New York Liberty
- AssistsSabrina Ionescu8New York Liberty
- ReboundsJonquel Jones10New York Liberty
Recent form
Toronto Tempo
Last 10: 2-8Streak L489.2 scored · 95.8 allowed per game1-5 at home
- L95-108vs Dallas WingsJul 10
- L75-83vs Golden State ValkyriesJul 8
- L76-89vs Dallas WingsJul 5
- L80-89vs Phoenix MercuryJun 27
- W125-97vs Los Angeles SparksJun 25
- L87-94at Atlanta DreamJun 22
- W101-97at Connecticut SunJun 19
- L91-113at Indiana FeverJun 16
- L77-102vs Atlanta DreamJun 14
- L85-86at Washington MysticsJun 12
New York Liberty
Last 10: 4-6Streak L287.2 scored · 87.9 allowed per game2-4 away
- L85-90at Minnesota LynxJul 11
- L77-88vs Dallas WingsJul 8
- W99-86vs Minnesota LynxJul 3
- 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
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 | Toronto Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-76 | 34-66 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 5-26 | 9-24 |
| Three-point % | 19 | 38 |
| Free throws | 20-22 | 16-18 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 25 |
| Assists | 16 | 22 |
| Steals | 11 | 10 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 23 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 3 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 3 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 29 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 28 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 40 |
| Fouls | 19 | 28 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 87 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter54-72Julie Allemand makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter54-74Isabelle Harrison makes two point shot (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-74Breanna Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter56-74Breanna Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter57-74Pauline Astier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter58-74Pauline Astier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter58-76Laura Juskaite makes 4-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter60-76Pauline Astier makes driving layup (Marine Johannes assists)
- 3rd Quarter60-78Isabelle Harrison makes driving layup (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 3rd Quarter62-78Breanna Stewart makes driving layup (Pauline Astier assists)
- 3rd Quarter63-78Breanna Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-78Breanna Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter64-80Isabelle Harrison makes 9-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter66-80Pauline Astier makes driving layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter68-80Pauline Astier makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter68-82Nyara Sabally makes 3-foot layup (Kia Nurse assists)
- 4th Quarter68-83Nyara Sabally makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter69-83Pauline Astier makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-83Pauline Astier makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-83Sabrina Ionescu makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter73-83Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter75-83Sabrina Ionescu makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter75-84Marina Mabrey makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter76-84Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter77-84Jonquel Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-84Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter80-84Sabrina Ionescu makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter80-85Marina Mabrey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter82-85Breanna Stewart makes 18-foot jumper (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter82-88Marina Mabrey makes 28-foot running pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter83-88Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-88Sabrina Ionescu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter84-90Marina Mabrey makes 6-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter85-90Jonquel Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter87-90Sabrina Ionescu makes layup
- 4th Quarter88-90Breanna Stewart makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-90Breanna Stewart makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-91Marina Mabrey makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter91-91Breanna Stewart makes driving layup (Sabrina Ionescu assists)
- 4th Quarter91-93Nyara Sabally makes 1-foot layup (Julie Allemand assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Toronto Tempo, below favours New York Liberty.
Venue
- Bell CentreMontreal, PQ
- Attendance12724
- OfficialsBlanca Burns, Kevin Fahy, Kelsey Reynolds
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