Check the Liberty vs. Sky prediction for the WNBA matchup on May 22, 2025. See odds, betting picks, injury news, player props and a parlay.
The New York Liberty (1-0) stroll into Chicago on Thursday night with championship expectations and the firepower to back them up. Meanwhile, the Chicago Sky (0-1) are still finding their rhythm in a post-rebuild phase led by rookie centerpiece Angel Reese.
Last season, New York was a juggernaut — boasting an elite 85.6 PPG and a +9.1 average scoring margin. Now, with Breanna Stewart dropping 25 in the opener and Natasha Cloud seamlessly joining the mix, the Liberty look locked in once again.
The Sky? They’re young. They’re physical. But in their opening 93–58 loss to Indiana, they looked overwhelmed. If Reese and Ariel Atkins can’t create more half-court efficiency quickly, this could be another long night for Chicago.
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📺 Where to Watch Liberty vs. Sky? (Thursday, May 22)
| Platform | Details |
| TV Channels | The U (Chicago), WWOR (New York), Liberty Live |
| Streaming | FuboTV (regional restrictions apply) |
| Venue | Wintrust Arena, Chicago, IL |
| Tip-Off Time | 8:00 PM ET |
💰 Betting Odds
- Spread: Liberty -11.5
- Total: 162.5
- Moneyline: Liberty -625 | Sky +450
📊 Betting Trends
- Liberty ATS (2024): 23-28-0
- Sky ATS (2024): 16-24-0
- Liberty as -11+ favorites: 4-13 ATS
- Sky as +11+ underdogs: 4-3 ATS
- O/U (Last season combined avg): 163.0 PPG
- Liberty avg total: 165.0
- Sky avg total: 162.3
🚑 Injury Report
- Chicago Sky:
- Moriah Jefferson – Out
- New York Liberty:
- No injuries reported
📈 Player Spotlight & Props
New York Liberty
| Player | Points O/U | Rebounds O/U | Assists O/U |
| Breanna Stewart | 21.5 | 8.5 | 3.5 |
| Jonquel Jones | 14.5 | 9.0 | 2.0 |
| Natasha Cloud | 12.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 |
Chicago Sky
| Player | Points O/U | Rebounds O/U | Assists O/U |
| Angel Reese | 12.0 | 10.5 | 1.5 |
| Ariel Atkins | 14.5 | 3.5 | 2.5 |
| Kamilla Cardoso | 9.5 | 8.5 | 1.0 |
🔁 Same Game Parlay (ClutchBuzz Build)
- Liberty -11.5 Spread
- Breanna Stewart 20+ Points
- Angel Reese 10+ Rebounds
- Under 162.5 Total Points
📈 Odds: +475
🧠 Final ClutchBuzz Liberty vs. Sky Prediction
This one feels lopsided — and for good reason. The Sky are trying to figure out their offense, while the Liberty are firing on all cylinders. Even without Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, New York has three All-Star-level players and the depth to punish mismatches.
The Sky may become a team to watch long-term, but right now, this is a growing pains phase. Angel Reese is elite on the glass already, but she’ll need time to adjust to WNBA defenses. Don’t expect a breakout just yet — especially against Stewart and Jones in the frontcourt.
📍 Prediction:
Liberty 88, Sky 70
✅ Pick: Liberty -11.5
📉 Total: Under 162.5
