New York Liberty vs Washington Mystics: Prediction Preview, Lineups, H2h for September 10, 2025

The WNBA regular season features a matchup between the New York Liberty and the Washington Mystics. This game will be held in New York on Wednesday, September 10, with tip-off scheduled for 01:00 Central European Time. Expect a high-scoring game.

Match Preview

The New York Liberty have been strong at home, focusing on quick transitions and active off-ball movement. They aim to control the game’s tempo and utilize their offensive capabilities.

Their key players create scoring opportunities both individually and through team play, making the Liberty’s offense hard to predict. However, they sometimes struggle against teams with strong outside shooting. Effective rebounding and defending the three-point line will be essential against Washington.

The Liberty’s home performance indicates they can score rapidly, especially in fast-paced games. Their home advantage allows them to set the game’s rhythm, making them the favorites in this matchup.

Having secured a playoff spot, the Liberty will likely finish fifth in the standings. While this is a step down from last season’s success, crucial games are still ahead.

For the Washington Mystics, the goal is to improve team chemistry as they prepare for the next season. They aim to manage the game’s pace and reduce errors, particularly against a quick team like the Liberty.

The Mystics have missed the playoffs for the second consecutive year, indicating a need for significant changes, including player adjustments, as they did not meet their main objectives.

In New York, the Mystics will be finishing their regular season early. They are positioned to end up in 10th place, currently holding 27 losses from 43 games.

Their performance has been disappointing, even more so than 2024, when they narrowly missed the playoffs against Atlanta.

Match Facts

• The Liberty have won one of their last three games.
• The Mystics are on a nine-game losing streak.
• The Liberty average 84 points per game, while the Mystics average 77 points.

Players to Watch

Breanna Stewart remains the Liberty’s key player. After returning from injury, she is progressively regaining form, averaging over 18 points per game.

Head-to-Head

• The Liberty have defeated the Mystics in nine consecutive games.
• The Mystics have not won in New York since 2023.

Prediction

The New York Liberty will aim for an aggressive attack, using their home advantage, while the Washington Mystics will look for opportunities through fast breaks and quick passing. With little at stake for either team, anticipate a high-scoring, free-flowing match. I predict the total score will exceed 152 points.