Sunday afternoon in New York will see a high-stakes rematch of the 2024 WNBA Finals, but both heavyweights will be missing their biggest stars.
Both sides sit proudly atop their respective conferences, but right now, the Lynx look just a shade sharper than the Liberty. Minnesota boasts a commanding 26-5 record, steamrolling opponents by an average margin of +11.3 points. With defensive powerhouse DiJonai Carrington now in the mix, they’re shaping up to be an even tougher nut to crack.
That said, New York isn’t exactly trailing in the dust. Sitting second in the league at 20-10, the Liberty are riding a three-game winning streak and will be eager to keep that momentum rolling in front of their home fans.
Below, GOAL provides everything you need to know about the upcoming New York Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx game, including the injury report, key players, and where to watch.
New York Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx: Date and Tip-off Time
The highly anticipated WNBA battle between the Liberty and the Lynx will take place on Sunday, August 10, 2025, at 12:30 pm ET at Barclays Center in New York.
| Date | Sunday, August 10, 2025 |
| Time | 12:30 pm ET |
| Arena | Barclays Center |
| Location | New York |
How to watch New York Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx Online: TV Channels and Live Streams
- TV Channel: ABC
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Fans in the USA can catch all the actions of this high-voltage WNBA matchup between the New York Liberty and the Minnesota Lynx live on ABC and Fubo Streaming Platform.
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New York Liberty vs Minnesota Lynx Team News & Key Performers
New York Liberty Team News
The No. 2-seeded New York Liberty will also be shorthanded, as 2023 MVP Breanna Stewart continues her recovery from a bone bruise in her right knee sustained less than four minutes into a clash with the Los Angeles Sparks. She's projected to be back by August 28. New York will also miss Nyara Sabally (right knee discomfort, targeting Aug. 19) and Kennedy Burke, who is sidelined for several weeks with a right calf strain.
Minnesota Lynx Team News
The top-seeded Minnesota Lynx will be without MVP frontrunner Napheesa Collier, still nursing a right ankle sprain suffered on August 2 against the Las Vegas Aces. After an MRI and evaluation at Mayo Clinic Square by Dr. Elena Jelsing, she was ruled out for at least two weeks, with a likely return on August 19.
On the court, the Lynx will lean on sharpshooter Kayla McBride, who’s been lethal from deep, averaging 2.7 made threes per game. For the Liberty, Sabrina Ionescu leads the scoring charge with 19.9 points, 5.0 boards, and 5.5 assists per contest, while Jonquel Jones dominates the glass (8.8 rebounds) and Natasha Cloud orchestrates the attack (5.7 assists).
Head-to-Head Records
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Away Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/25 | WNBA | Minnesota Lynx W | New York Liberty W | 100 – 93 |
| 10/21/24 | WNBA | New York Liberty W | Minnesota Lynx W | 67 – 62 |
| 10/19/24 | WNBA | Minnesota Lynx W | New York Liberty W | 82 – 80 |
| 10/17/24 | WNBA | Minnesota Lynx W | New York Liberty W | 77 – 80 |
| 10/14/24 | WNBA | New York Liberty W | Minnesota Lynx W | 80 – 66 |