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Liberty vs Sparks: Key WNBA matchup highlights

The New York Liberty (15-12) visit the Los Angeles Sparks (10-16) on July 28 at Crypto.com Arena. The Liberty aim to extend their winning streak, while the Sparks try to end a five-game slide. The game features star players Breanna Stewart and Nneka Ogwumike.

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Liberty vs Sparks: Key WNBA matchup highlights

Liberty vs Sparks: Key WNBA matchup highlights

The short answer

This is a regular-season WNBA game between the New York Liberty and the Los Angeles Sparks. The Liberty are coming off two consecutive wins and look to make it three, while the Sparks are on a five-game losing streak. The game tips off at 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Key players include Breanna Stewart for the Liberty and Nneka Ogwumike for the Sparks. The teams previously met on June 22, with the Sparks winning 98-97.

Why it's trending

The game is drawing attention because of the stark contrast in form: the Liberty are surging with back-to-back nail-biter wins, while the Sparks are mired in a five-game losing streak. Additionally, it's a rematch of a close June 22 game won by the Sparks, adding rivalry intrigue.

The New York Liberty (15-12) take on the Los Angeles Sparks (10-16) tonight, July 28, at 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena. The Liberty are seeking their third straight win after back-to-back narrow victories, while the Sparks aim to snap a five-game losing streak, according to Syracuse.com and Yahoo Sports.

This is the second meeting of the season between the teams. The first matchup on June 22 saw the Sparks win 98-97, with Nneka Ogwumike scoring 24 points and Breanna Stewart notching 18, per Covers.com and Syracuse.com. The Liberty rank third in the WNBA in rebounds (34.7 per game), led by Jonquel Jones averaging 9.2, while the Sparks have struggled at home (5-8) and allow 93.3 points per game, according to Syracuse.com.

The game airs in-market on My9NJ and Spectrum SportsNet, with out-of-market streaming available via WNBA League Pass. Fans can also watch through fuboTV or DIRECTV Choice with free trials, as noted by Syracuse.com.

The Liberty, currently second in the Eastern Conference, are looking to build momentum, while the Sparks, last in the Western Conference, are desperate to halt their slide. The outcome could impact playoff positioning as the season progresses.

Timeline

  1. Previous matchup: Sparks edge Liberty 98-97

    Nneka Ogwumike led LA with 24 points; Breanna Stewart had 18 for New York. The Sparks won by a single point.

  2. Liberty win back-to-back nail-biters

    New York enters with two straight wins, both close games.

  3. Liberty vs Sparks rematch at Crypto.com Arena

    Liberty (15-12) face Sparks (10-16) in Los Angeles. Sparks on a five-game losing streak.

Questions people ask

Who are the key players in Liberty vs Sparks?

For the Liberty, Breanna Stewart averages 18 points per game and Jonquel Jones leads with 9.2 rebounds. For the Sparks, Nneka Ogwumike is the top scorer, with 24 points in their last meeting.

What are the teams' records?

New York Liberty: 15-12 (9-3 in Eastern Conference). Los Angeles Sparks: 10-16 (5-9 in Western Conference).

How can I watch the game?

In-market on My9NJ and Spectrum SportsNet. Out-of-market via WNBA League Pass. Also available on fuboTV and DIRECTV Choice (both offer free trials).

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