On Sunday 23 August 2026, New York Liberty play Indiana Fever in the WNBA. Our model likes 4 bets here. The one it likes most is New York Liberty +4.5 on the Line, priced at -185 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.
New York Liberty +4.5 on the Line (-185)
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As the New York Liberty prepare to host the Indiana Fever at Barclays Center, this matchup has the makings of a riveting showdown. The Liberty, with their high-octane offense, are expected to push the pace, which could spell trouble for an Indiana team still finding its footing. The Fever have shown flashes of potential, but their defensive lapses could be exposed by New York's star-studded lineup. With a projected final margin of just under a point, a spread of 4.5 feels like an enticing opportunity. The Liberty thrive on exploiting mismatches, and given their home-court advantage, they'll likely come out firing. Expect a spirited effort from Indiana, but the Liberty's depth and offensive firepower should ultimately prevail. Betting on New York to cover this alternate spread not only reflects their ability to control the game but also leans into the inherent volatility of WNBA matchups, where every point counts. It was priced at -185 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $15.40 if it lands. The number next to the team is the handicap, and that team's score is adjusted by it before the bet is settled. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Breanna Stewart Under 25.5 Points and Assists (-102)
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New York Liberty play Indiana Fever in the WNBA on Sunday 23 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Breanna Stewart Under 25.5 Points and Assists. That is a player points and assists combined bet. It was priced at -102 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.80 if it lands. It is on at Barclays Center in New York. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Kelsey Mitchell Under 3.5 Three-Pointers Made (-172)
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New York Liberty play Indiana Fever in the WNBA on Sunday 23 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Kelsey Mitchell Under 3.5 Three-Pointers Made. That is a player three-pointers made bet. It was priced at -172 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $15.80 if it lands. It is on at Barclays Center in New York. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing
New York Liberty play Indiana Fever in the WNBA on Sunday 23 August 2026. The bet we are looking at is Makayla Timpson Under 7.5 Rebounds. That is a player rebounds bet. It was priced at -118 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $18.50 if it lands. It is on at Barclays Center in New York. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.
That is how our model reads New York Liberty v Indiana Fever. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.
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