In the upcoming WNBA game, scheduled for August 18 at 9:00PM ET: If the New York Liberty win, the market will resolve to "New York Liberty". If the Chicago Sky win, the market will resolve to "Chicago Sky". If the game is postponed, this market will remain open until the game has been completed. If the game is canceled entirely, with no make-up game, this market will resolve 50-50. The result will be determined based on the final score including any overtime periods.
New York Liberty (22-14) enter Tuesday’s road matchup against the Chicago Sky (13-22) at Wintrust Arena as clear favorites, buoyed by a stronger overall roster and recent momentum despite several injury concerns. The Liberty have won six of their last eight games and hold a 10-4 Eastern Conference record, with Breanna Stewart providing consistent production. Sabrina Ionescu remains questionable with a foot issue, while Satou Sabally and Leonie Fiebich are sidelined, yet New York’s depth has allowed them to prevail in tight contests against Chicago earlier this season, including 95-94 and 96-95 victories. The Sky continue to battle significant absences, including Skylar Diggins (knee) and Rickea Jackson (ACL, season-ending), limiting their ability to compete consistently. Trader consensus reflects these disparities in team health, standings, and head-to-head results, though the Liberty’s road environment and injury management add a layer of uncertainty to the outcome.