WNBA: New York Liberty vs Dallas Wings Preview, Odds and Predictions (July 16)
- The Liberty have been solid on the road with a 6-6 record so far.
- The Wings are great at home with a 7-3 record to show for it.
- New York is fourth in the East standings, while Dallas is fourth in the West.
The 2026 WNBA season is halfway through as a matchup between the New York Liberty and the Dallas Wings takes place on Thursday night. The latter stands out as the solid favorite, paving the way for an intriguing matchup where both teams need winning momentum.
How to Watch
- When: Thursday, July 16, 9 pm ET
- Where: American Airlines Center, Dallas, Texas
- How to Watch: Prime
WNBA Matchup Odds & Lines
| Team | Odds | Spread | Totals |
|---|---|---|---|
| NY Liberty | -110 | +1.5 | O175.5 |
| DAL Wings | -110 | -1.5 | U175.5 |
Game Preview
The Liberty (13-11) are experiencing a rough stretch of games, losing in seven of their last 10 contests. They have suffered three consecutive losses, suffering a 93-91 defeat to the Toronto Tempo. Sabrina Ionescu had a strong performance in the loss, finishing with 28 points and eight assists. Breanna Stewart came next with 22 points and eight rebounds, while Pauline Astier provided 14 points and three steals.
The Wings (16-8) are on fire as they roll with an active win streak of five consecutive games. They are exceeding expectations as one of the best squads in the West, having a firm place in the playoff picture. They are coming off a solid 96-91 win over the Chicago Sky, seeing Paige Bueckers enjoy a solid game with 22 points, 11 assists and six rebounds. Jessica Shepard followed suit with 19 points and 10 rebounds, while Arike Ogunbowale contributed with 17 points and three rebounds.
Liberty vs Wings Predictions
The Wings rightfully stand out as the favorite, shining as one of the best playoff contenders this season. Dallas holds the upper hand over New York this year, leading 2-0 in the regular-season series after winning both games by double-digits. New York is in poor form, paving the way for Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and Dallas to defend homecourt in convincing fashion. Our betting pick here is for the Wings to defend a 1.5-point spread.
- Free NBA pick: Dallas Wings -1.5
