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Undefeated Liberty Chase Eighth Win Against Injured Mystics

New York looks to extend its perfect start with Isabelle Harrison stepping into Sabally’s role against a Mystics side short on scoring options.

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Overview

  • Thursday’s rematch in Washington pits the undefeated (7-0) Liberty against a 3-5 Mystics squad aiming to avoid a third straight defeat.
  • New York has notched wins including an 85-63 victory over Washington and a 100-52 rout of Connecticut during its current streak.
  • The Liberty lead the league in scoring at 91.9 points per game, paced by Sabrina Ionescu (17.9 PPG), Breanna Stewart (18.1 PPG) and Natasha Cloud (10.9 PPG).
  • Injuries have sidelined Nyara Sabally (right knee) for New York and Georgia Amoore (ACL surgery) for Washington, elevating Isabelle Harrison’s minutes.
  • Brittney Sykes carries the Mystics with 21.4 PPG, but Washington has struggled to find consistent scoring support beyond her efforts.