The Minnesota Lynx host the New York Liberty Friday at 7:30 p.m. ET. The game will air on ION, which you can stream free on DIRECTV.
Where to watch Liberty vs. Lynx for free
Tonight’s matchup: New York Liberty (24-16) vs. Minnesota Lynx (31-9)
When: Friday, Sep. 18, 7:30 p.m. ET
TV Channel: ION
Stream: DIRECTV (free trial), FuboTV (free trial)
DIRECTV (free trial) and FuboTV (free trial) both offer ION for virtually the same price. Fubo’s “Pro” package costs $88.99, while DIRECTV’s “Entertainment” package is $89.99. Both options offer a free trial and money off the first month of subscription. Your free trial will start once you create an account.
Why today’s game matters
The WNBA postseason picture continues to take shape Friday night when the New York Liberty visit the Minnesota Lynx in a matchup between two of the league’s contenders at Target Center in Minneapolis.
Minnesota enters the game with the WNBA’s best record at 31-9, while New York sits at 24-16 and remains firmly in the playoff hunt. Minnesota won the most recent meeting between the teams 90-85 on July 11 after New York claimed a 99-86 victory on July 3, setting up a decisive regular-season showdown.
The Lynx have been one of the league’s most balanced teams, ranking near the top of the WNBA in scoring offense and points allowed. Rookie guard Olivia Miles has emerged as a star, averaging 19.7 points and 6.0 assists per game, while veteran forward Napheesa Collier continues to anchor Minnesota on both ends of the floor.
New York will look to its veteran core led by Breanna Stewart, who averages more than 20 points per game and remains the Liberty’s top scoring option. Jonquel Jones continues to make an impact in the paint, leading the team in rebounds, while Sabrina Ionescu provides playmaking and perimeter scoring.
With playoff seeding at stake and two championship-caliber rosters on the floor, Friday’s matchup could have a postseason atmosphere weeks before the playoffs begin.