Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Prediction WNBA Picks 9/19/24

In this article, we will formulate an Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty prediction for this WNBA Game on Thursday, September 19th, at the Barcalys Center.  To formulate this prediction, we will examine:

-The Dream recent form and recent player performance

-The Liberty recent form and recent play performance

-A summary that ties it all together and produces a favorable betting outcome for today’s game between the Dream and Liberty. 

Dream Dominated Last Game

The Dream faced off against the Chicago Sky in the last game and they scored 86 points on the way to the 16 point victory. At the end of the first quarter they were up 22-14 and they never looked back on the way to the victory. Guard Jodin Canada had a strong game putting up 18 points, five assists, and two rebounds. The Dream are averaging 77 points, while their defense is giving up 80.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 12th in the league while their defense is giving up 80.1 points per game. Rhyne Howard is averaging 17.4 points while shooting 37 percent from the field. 

Liberty Defense Stepped Up

The Liberty defense gave up only 71 points to the Washington Mystics in the last game while the offense scored 87 points. At the end of the first quarter they were up 29-18 and they cruised the rest of the way. It was a balanced attack with five different players putting up at least 11 points. Breanna Stewart put up 15 points, 10 rebounds, and one assist. The Liberty are averaging 86.1 points while their defense is giving up 76.4 points per game. The offense is ranked 1st in the league while the defense is ranked 3rd. Breanna Stewart is averaging 20.6 points while shooting 45.8 percent from the field. 

Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty Prediction

The Liberty’s defense stepped up in a big way in the last game, and it’s going to be the same here. The Dream’s offense wasn’t as good in the last game, but they are going to struggle to get the offense going here. Look for the Liberty to run up the score, and they are going to have no issue cruising to the victory. This game is going to get out of hand early. Back the Liberty against the spread.

Shane Mickle's Pick: New York Liberty -3