PHO vs NYL Dream11 Prediction WNBA Live Fantasy Basketball Dream11 Team, Top Picks and Tips for Phoenix Mercury vs New York Liberty

PHO vs NYL Dream11: The WNBA has been heading into a crucial category and soon we are going to learn which teams are going to square off in the first round. The last three spots are still up for the grab but Dallas Wings are gripping the sixth slot with a firm hand. Then we have the New York Liberty and Phoenix Mercury, two teams that are still in the race and will square off here.

The Mercury is in the middle of a terrible season, having a tough time. They have lost 19 and won just 13 games. They are on a three-game losing streak and in the last game, they lost to the Sun 64-77 despite a 16 points performance by Skylar Diggins-Smith

On the other hand, the Liberty has almost a similar record to the Mercury with 13 wins and 18 losses. But currently, they are on a three-game winning streak and in the last game, they defeated the Sparks 64-61 as Sabrina Ionescu sprinkled 20 points and made the game-winning shot.

The Liberty and the Mercury have met twice and have won one each. This is an important game to decide the series.

Home: Phoenix Mercury
Visitors: New York Liberty
Match Timing: 7 August, @ 07:30 AM (+05:30 UTC)
Venue: Footprint Center

WNBA Projections, Stats & Analysis

Liberty clicking but can fall back to old habits

The Liberty look plugged in lately but overall, their returns have been thin. While they have won three in a row, these wins have been against teams that are struggling. Apart from that, Liberty has forced the issue and their defense can also take a huge hit at times, lacking the ability to take care of both inside and outside.

For all heroics, Sabrina Ionescu has the tendency to overshoot the ball. Natasha Howard is having another fantastic season but apart from these two, the team has received inconsistent performances. The upcoming schedule is against teams that have been in hunt for the Playoffs spots so they have entered a crucial window. Can Marine Johannes unlock her earlier form?

Mercury’s woes

The Mercury has fallen apart in numerous ways and their season has been surely below expectations. Tina Charles didn’t even play for them one season and without Griner, the team’s defense has been horrendous. The team chemistry has been abysmal overall and perhaps a host of changes are required at this point with Griner not in sight anywhere.

Skylar Diggins-Smith has been off her game lately whereas Sophie Cunningham’s breakout season has come amidst such turbulent times. The Mercury has run a four-guard rotation as starters and because of that, they have been outsized as even Brianna Turner as the tall player is more of a Forward than a Center.

Performance Predictions

Highest scorer: Sabrina Ionescu: 26
Highest rebounder: Sabrina Ionescu: 11
Top assists maker: Sabrina Ionescu: 8
Score Prediction: Liberty: 87    Mercury: 76

Phoenix Mercury vs New York Liberty Dream11 WNBA Live, Team News, and Lineups

New York Liberty Team News:

• No injuries to report.

Liberty Expected Starting Five
Athletic Forward: PF: Natasha Howard
Physical Presence: C: Stefanie Dolson
Expert Ball-Handler: G: Crystal Dangerfield
Off-The-Ball Guard: SG: Rebecca Allen
Leading All-Around Ball-Handler: PG: Sabrina Ionescu

BENCH: Sam Whitcomb, Marine Johannes, Jocelyn Willoughoby, Michaela Onyenwera, Xu Han, Betnijah Laney, DiDi Richards.

Phoenix Mercury Teams News:

• Brittney Griner, Kia Nurse, Diamond DeShields are OUT.

Mercury Expected Starting Five
Post-Defensive Forward: F: Brianna Turner
Defensive Threat and Off-Ball Shooter: F: Sophie Cunningham
Two-Way Energy Bunny: G: Shey Peddy
Isolation Scorer: PG: Skylar Diggins-Smith
Playmaking and Long-Range Guard: PG: Diana Taurasi

BENCH: Megan Gustafson, Reshanda Gray, Jennie Simms, Kaela Davis, Sam Thomas.

WNBA Scores, Fantasy Basketball Top Picks

Skylar Diggins-Smith(PHO)
Points: 16
Rebounds: 00
Assists: 01
Blocks: 03
Skylar’s production has been a bit off but she is experienced to bounce back as an electric two-way player. I believe she will be in 19-25 points, 4-6 assists, and 3-5 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 31-41

Sabrina Ionescu(NYL)
Points: 20
Rebounds: 08
Assists: 06
Steals: 02
Guard Sabrina makes a huge dent in a lot of ways and she has also shown the ability to take over the game late. I believe she will be in 20+ points, 7-11 rebounds, and 6-10 assists range. She can be selected as a Star/Pro Player in the Dream 11 Prediction scenario.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 38-52

Shey Peddy(PHO)
Points: 13
Rebounds: 04
Assists: 04
Steals: 01
Guard Peddy has shown incredible resolution on both ends of the floor and her responsibilities have increased significantly. I believe she will be in 11-16 points, 4-6 assists, and 4-6 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 18-30

Natasha Howard(NYL)
Points: 12
Rebounds: 07
Assists: 03
Steals: 02
Forward Howard has been in incredible touch throughout the season and has brought both proficient scoring and rebounding. I believe she will be in 14-21 points and 5-9 rebounds range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 28-40

Sophie Cunningham(PHO)
Points: 10
Rebounds: 03
Assists: 01
Blocks: 01
Steals: 01
Guard Sophie can get it done as a shooter and she is having a great season, certainly a candidate for Most Improved Player award. I believe she will be in 14-19 points range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 20-35

Marine Johannes(NYL)
Points: 08
Rebounds: 04
Assists: 03
While Johannes is not having the same impact as last month, she continues to be a sharpshooting and playmaking threat. I believe she will be in 9-15 points and 4-6 assists range.
Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-24

PHO vs NYL DREAM11 LINEUP BALANCERS

• Brianna Turner(PHO) had 2 points, 12 rebounds, 7 assists, 3 blocks, 1 steal in the last game. Turner is an incredible defender and rebounder but offense is rather sparse. I believe she will be in 2-6 points and 6-10 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 16-26
• Xu Han(NYL) had 6 points, 1 assist, 1 rebound, 1 steal, 1 block in her last game. Center Xu hasn’t had the same impact and has lost her minutes lately. I believe she wil be in 8-14 points and 4-7 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 10-22
• Stefanie Dolson(NYL) had 7 points, 8 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 block in the last game. Center Dolson is one of the most physical players in the league. I believe she will be in 6-10 points and 5-8 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 15-25
• Diamond DeShields(PHO) had 14 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist  in the last game. Diamond returns after an injury break and was doing well. I believe she will be in 11-16 points range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 17-28
  
• Crystal Dangerfield(NYL) had 9 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals in the last game. Guard Crystal has done well in the starting role. I believe she will be in 6-10 points range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 8-15
• Megan Gustafson(PHO) had 3 points, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 steal in the last game. Gustafson minutes have been rather big as the team’s Center position is vacant. I believe she will be in 4-8 points and 2-4 rebounds range.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 6-15
• Jennie Simms(PHO) had 4 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist, 3 steals in the last game. Simms has given some solid minutes lately.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 7-15
• Sam Whitcomb(NYL) had 4 rebounds, 1 steal in the last game. Whitcomb has performed below expectations.
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 10-20
• Rebeca Allen(NYL) had 2 points, 4 rebounds, 1 block in the last game. Guard Allen’s shooting has been off a bit lately
  Expected Fantasy Points Range: 9-17

PHO vs NYL Dream11 Team

(Recommended)
PG: S Diggins-Smith(PP), C Dangerfield, S Ionescu(SP)
SG: M Johannes
SF : R Allen
PF: S Cunningham
C:    S Dolson, M Gustafson

(Alternate)
PG: S Peddy, C Dangerfield, S Ionescu(SP)
SG: M Johannes
SF : D DeShields
PF: S Cunningham, N Howard(PP)
C:    M Gustafson

Where to watch WNBA Live Score?

Can Sabrina Ionescu win four in a row as she takes on Skylar Diggins-Smith? You can catch this amazing battle on the WNBA League Pass an avenue to get hold of all the live games and you can also watch the full-game replays. To know the scores, news, and stats, go to the official website of the WNBA. Highlights are available on the official YouTube channel of the WNBA.