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Liberty Host Undermanned Mystics With Stewart, Jones Back

New York aims to regain its defensive identity with its frontcourt intact.

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Aug 21, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones (35) reacts during the second half against the Chicago Sky at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: John Jones-Imagn Images
Jul 18, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New York Liberty guard Natasha Cloud is congratulated by teammate Sabrina Ionescu during the 2025 WNBA All Star Skills Challenge at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images.
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Overview

  • The matchup is set for Aug. 29 at Barclays Center, with New York having won the first two meetings this season.
  • Breanna Stewart has returned from a knee injury after 13 games out and is expected to have her minutes managed as she ramps up.
  • Jonquel Jones is back after a 12-game absence and profiles as a key on the glass against Kiki Iriafen, having grabbed 18 rebounds in her only full game vs. Washington.
  • Washington lists Jacy Sheldon out with an ankle injury, Natasha Cloud sustained a slight nose fracture but is expected to play, and Georgia Amoore remains out recovering from ACL surgery; Isabelle Harrison’s return from a concussion is uncertain.
  • Pre-game models lean heavily toward New York, with ESPN giving the Liberty about an 84.8% win probability, while the Mystics enter on a four-game skid.