The Minnesota Lynx, who had won all three of their previous matchups against New York this season, were without the league’s leading scorer, Napheesa Collier, sidelined by an ankle injury

Again playing without Napheesa Collier, the Minnesota Lynx saw their six-game winning streak end with Tuesday’s loss.

The Liberty felt Tuesday night was a perfect opportunity to send a message — a 85-75 victory while shorthanded to avoid a regular-season sweep.

Liberty star Sabrina Ionescu had the best reaction about her heroic dagger in the clutch against the Lynx on Tuesday night at home.

Liberty finally get to the free throw line a lot in their 85-75 win over the rival Lynx on Tuesday night at Barclays Center.

Play-by-play action for the Minnesota Lynx vs. New York Liberty WNBA game from August 19, 2025 on ESPN.

The WNBA has showcased some of the tallest and most dominant athletes in basketball history. From the legendary Margo Dydek at 7-foot-2 to modern stars like Brittney Griner, Jonquel Jones, and Kamilla Cardoso,

# Over her last 10 games, Jones averaged a robust 15.7 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game, demonstrating her consistent contributions since returning from her injury in June. # Since returning from her ankle injury, Jones has played in just 13 of the Liberty’s 25 games.