“We can’t go out and play the same way we did and expect a different result. We have to make the adjustments and play like our season is on the line, because it is,” said Sabrina Ionescu after New York Liberty’s Game 2 loss against the Phoenix Mercury. After winning Game 1 by a 79-69 score and possessing home-court advantage for the next matchup, one would be compelled to ask how bad things can go in Game 2. Well, not only did the Mercury win, they won by a 26-point margin, thereby creating history by making it the largest road win in WNBA playoff history. With the New York Liberty returning to the PHX Arena for Game 3, no mistakes can be made.

To ensure the New York Liberty has the edge, the team will need all of its players available and in their best condition. Fortunately, that won’t be an issue.

Phoenix Mercury vs New York Liberty Injury Report

According to the New York Liberty Injury Report, as highlighted by ESPN, NO PLAYERS are listed! This means that, despite her ongoing issues with her knee injury, Breanna Stewart will be playing in Game 3.

Meanwhile, the Phoenix Mercury also has NO PLAYERS listed on its report! Breanna Stewart was injured during Game 1 of the Liberty-Mercury playoff series. She caught a pass and drove past Mercury’s Alyssa Thomas to complete a layup. However, she was fouled by Satou Sabally, causing Stewart to fall to the ground and clutch her left knee. She was able to walk off the court after the fall, but with a noticeable limp. Stewart was later diagnosed with a sprained MCL in her left knee.

While she did not practice on Tuesday, she was active during Wednesday’s shootaround and even played for 20 minutes in Game 2. Now, she looks to make a mark in Game 3 as well.

Phoenix Mercury vs New York Liberty Game 3: Where to Watch

Game 3 will be held on September 19th, 2025, at the PHX Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. Tip-off time is scheduled for 1:10 pm ET/10:10 am PT. Basketball fans can view the game on ESPN2 or live-stream it either from the official WNBA app or from Fubo. Tickets are available to buy from StubHub, with reports indicating that the prices for the same go from around $45 each, including fees, with other seats running around $60 each.

Probable Starting Lineups

Phoenix Mercury

Head Coach: Nate Tibbetts

Players:

G – Kahleah Copper

G – Monique Akoa-Makani

F – Satou Sabally

F – Alyssa Thomas

C – Natasha Mack

New York Liberty

Head Coach: Sandy Brondello

Players:

G – Sabrina Ionescu

G – Natasha Cloud

F – Leonie Fiebich

F – Breanna Stewart

C – Jonquel Jones

Prediction: Can the New York Liberty Win?

BetMGM Sportsbook lists the Mercury as a 2.5-point favorite over the Liberty. Meanwhile, ESPN gives Phoenix a 40.7% shot at winning Game 3, while giving Liberty a 59.3% chance.

According to reports, the New York Liberty is expected to lean on Sabrina Ionescu. She has struggled in the first two games, having averaged only 12.5 points per game. In light of her recent statement, she can be expected to take a bigger charge on the offensive front. She will be assisted on that front by Natasha Cloud, who put up 15.5 points per game in the series.

“I have a very hard time seeing the star trio of Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, and Jonquel Jones combining to make just eight of 28 attempts (28.5%) as they did in Game 2,” wrote Sportsbook Reviews’ Josh Goldberg. “I think getting this type of value on a team with as much star power as New York in an arena the Liberty have already conquered in this series is too tempting to pass up”. However, the Liberty will still face tough competition from Alyssa Thomas and Kahleah Cooper, both of whom averaged 14.5 points in the first two games.

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