In their latest game, the New York Liberty defeated the Chicago Sky with a commanding score of 81-67. The game took place on July 13, 2024, at the Wintrust Arena in Chicago. The Liberty dominated with standout performances from Sabrina Ionescu, who contributed significantly to their scoring, alongside key plays from Jonquel Jones and Courtney Vandersloot.
The game was tightly contested in the early quarters, but the Liberty pulled away in the second half. The Sky struggled to keep up, especially as Ionescu’s playmaking kept the Liberty offense fluid. Despite strong efforts from Chicago’s players, including Marina Mabrey, the Liberty held their ground defensively to secure the win.
New York Liberty vs Chicago Sky (Player Stats)
| Player | Points | Assists | Rebounds | Steals | Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sabrina Ionescu | 24 | 5 | 6 | 2 | 1 |
| Courtney Vandersloot | 10 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 0 |
| Jonquel Jones | 12 | 2 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
| Player | Points | Assists | Rebounds | Steals | Blocks |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marina Mabrey | 14 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Alanna Smith | 9 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Azura Stevens | 7 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 0 |
| Match Details | Additional Information | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Summary | Upcoming Fixtures | Head to Head | Player Comparison |
| The New York Liberty won 81-67 against the Chicago Sky in a strong performance with standout play from Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones. |
July 15, 2024: New York Liberty vs. Las Vegas Aces July 17, 2024: Chicago Sky vs. Minnesota Lynx |
New York Liberty leads 4-1 in their last 5 meetings with Chicago Sky. | Sabrina Ionescu (Liberty): 25 PTS, 7 AST, 6 REB vs. Marina Mabrey (Sky): 18 PTS, 5 AST, 4 REB |
| Team Lineups | Venue & Date | Temperature | Player of the Match |
|
Liberty: Ionescu, Jones, Vandersloot, Mabrey, Allen Sky: Copper, Mabrey, Smith, Allen, Jones |
Wintrust Arena, Chicago – July 13, 2024 | 75°F (24°C) | Sabrina Ionescu (Liberty) |
| Fans Reactions | Injuries | Coach Reaction | Players Substituted |
| Fans celebrated the dominating performance of Ionescu and Jones. The crowd cheered after each highlight play. | No major injuries reported during the match. | Coach Sandy Brondello praised the team’s defense and ball movement. |
Liberty: Allen, Vandersloot, Ionescu substituted in the 4th quarter. Sky: Smith, Dojkić substituted in the 3rd quarter. |
