Atlanta Dream vs New York Liberty result: 101-98 as Atlanta Dream were tipped
Prediction correct. Final score: Atlanta Dream 101-98 New York Liberty. We tipped Atlanta Dream at 58.6% before kick-off, so the prediction was correct.
Pre-match preview (as published)
WNBA sees Atlanta Dream face New York Liberty at State Farm Arena. The model makes Atlanta Dream the favourite, assigning a slight 58.6% probability of victory. For reference, the full split is Atlanta Dream 58.6%, draw 0%, New York Liberty 41.4%.
Form guides this call: Atlanta Dream are winning at a 68% clip against New York Liberty's 61%, before home advantage is applied. The projected line is Atlanta Dream 1.4 – 1.3 New York Liberty, based on each team's scoring and concession averages this season blended with prior form.
Verdict: Atlanta Dream to come out on top is the model's recommended pick at 58.6% confidence. As always, these are statistical estimates, not certainties.
Team news
- WNBA playoffs 2026: Schedule, scores for every game — Here's your one-stop shop for all the action in these WNBA playoffs. (ESPN, 2026-10-10)
- Liberty's focus on extending season, not Game 2 timeout issue — With their season on the line Friday night, the Liberty are moving past the controversial end to their Game 2 overtime loss to the Dream. (ESPN, 2026-10-10)
- WNBA playoffs 2026: Dream-Liberty live analysis, highlights — Las Vegas and New York look to avoid elimination in Friday's Game 3 semifinals. We're courtside for all the action. (ESPN, 2026-10-09)
- Dream guard Gray (finger) to remain out for Game 3 vs. Liberty — Dream All-Star guard Allisha Gray will remain out for Friday's Game 3 against the Liberty because of a finger injury. (ESPN, 2026-10-09)
- How Angel Reese is taking starring role in WNBA playoff debut — The forward has played just four playoff games but is playing like a vet in leading Atlanta to a 2-0 lead in the semis. (ESPN, 2026-10-09)
- 2026 WNBA semifinals: Can Las Vegas and New York avoid elimination? — Eliminations are on the line for both WNBA playoff semifinal Game 3s. What does each team need to focus on? (ESPN, 2026-10-09)