Liberty Roar to Commissioner's Cup Final

The New York Liberty have surged into the WNBA Commissioner's Cup title game, securing their spot with a strong performance that includes winning eight of their last ten contests. This momentum is bolstered by the return of All-Star guard Sabrina Ionescu, who had been sidelined with ankle and back injuries at the beginning of the 2026 season. The Liberty are set to face the Seattle Storm, a team grappling with significant challenges. As of Thursday, June 25, 2026, the Storm are enduring an eleven-game losing streak and are last in the WNBA in scoring, averaging under 80 points per game. The Liberty, possessing one of the league's most complete rosters, are significant favorites to win on the road against the struggling Storm, who have a 3-15 record this season.

Analysts are pointing to Breanna Stewart of the Liberty as a strong prop bet, with odds favoring her to exceed 8.5 rebounds against the Storm. Stewart has been a consistent performer on the boards, averaging 8.8 rebounds per game and recording double-digit rebounds in four of her last six games. Seattle's defensive struggles, ranking 13th in rebound percentage and effective field goal percentage, further support this prediction. The Liberty's overall team strength and recent winning record contrast sharply with the Storm's ongoing difficulties, making the Liberty a clear favorite in this matchup. The game is scheduled for Thursday, June 25, 2026, at 10:00 p.m. EST, held at Climate Pledge Arena.