New York (7-0) at Washington (3-5)
- When: Jun 5 2025, 7:30 PM
- Where: CareFirst Arena, Washington, DC, USA
- TV: Amazon Prime
WNBA Preview and Prediction: New York Liberty vs. Washington Mystics
Spread: New York -13.5 | Total: 164.0
New York Liberty: Unstoppable and Unapologetic
The New York Liberty are steamrolling through the WNBA and show no signs of slowing down. Sitting at a perfect 7-0, they’ve won with both flair and force, including a 22-point thrashing of the Mystics just last week and a 48-point demolition of the Sun in their last outing.
Newcomer Natasha Cloud, who was recently named Eastern Conference Player of the Week, is playing with a chip on her shoulder. She’s averaging 10.9 points and leads the team in assists at 6.9 per game. Her swagger is backed by substance, and she’s fitting in perfectly alongside a lethal core.
Breanna Stewart (18.1 PPG), Sabrina Ionescu (17.9 PPG), and Jonquel Jones (15.7 PPG) are tearing through defenses, making this offense the highest-scoring unit in the league at 91.9 points per game. The Liberty are making a statement and covering spreads with authority.
Washington Mystics: Searching for Stability
The Mystics began the year 2-0 but have since gone ice cold, dropping five of their last six games. Their latest setback? An 85-76 loss to Indiana in Commissioner’s Cup action. Now they face the league’s hottest team for the second time in a week.
Brittney Sykes is the engine of this Washington squad, averaging 21.4 points and 4.4 assists. She recently joined the 3,000-point club and continues to be the primary option. But beyond Sykes, the help has been inconsistent.
Kiki Iriafen (14.6 PPG, 10.0 RPG) and Sonia Citron (14.1 PPG) offer promise, but the team’s 76.8 points per game won’t cut it against a juggernaut like New York.
Prediction: Liberty Dominate Again
This one feels like a rerun. The Liberty have elite depth, chemistry, and momentum. Washington simply doesn’t have the firepower to keep up over four quarters. Expect New York to cover with ease and keep the perfect season alive.
Score Prediction: New York 90, Washington 71
Best Bet: New York -13.5
Total: Under 164.0
- WNBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
