How to Watch First Round, Game 2: Mercury at Liberty: Stream WNBA Live, TV Channel

The defending champion New York Liberty can complete a first round sweep with a win at home on Wednesday night over the Phoenix Mercury.

The New York Liberty took their first step toward defending their WNBA title with a Game 1 road win on Sunday over the Phoenix Mercury. On Wednesday night, the Liberty look to close out a first round sweep at home in Game 2 of the series at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Phoenix won three of four during the regular season against New York, but shot the ball poorly in Game 1 and lost in overtime. The big question hanging over the Liberty is the availability of All-Star forward Breanna Stewart, who is a game-time decision after leaving Game 1 in overtime with a left knee injury.

How to Watch First Round, Game 2, Phoenix Mercury at New York Liberty in WNBA Today:

Game Date: Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025

Game Time: 7 p.m. ET

TV: ESPN

Location: Barclays Center

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Natasha Cloud scored 23 points and added four steals and Leonie Flebich scored five points in overtime, as New York took a 76-69 decision in Game 1 on Sunday in a game in which neither team held a double-digit lead. Stewart had 18 points before departing and Sabrina Ionescu finished with 16 points and seven assists. Jonquel Jones grabbed 12 rebounds and the Liberty overcame 21 turnovers.

Kahleah Copper led the Mercury with 15 points, but the team shot just 32.5 percent and made just 6-of-26 shots from three-point range in the loss, scoring just 26 points in the second half and overtime. Alyssa Thomas added 14 points, nine rebounds and eight assists and DeWanna Bonner tossed in 12 points off the bench. Satou Sabally particularly struggled in Game 1, shooting just 2-of-17 overall and 1-of-10 from deep.

Stewart didn’t practice on Tuesday after undergoing an MRI on her left knee on Monday. The two-time WNBA MVP is the Liberty’s leading scorer at 18.3 points per game during the regular season. Phoenix and New York finished with identical 27-17 records during the regular season, with the Liberty winning their last three games and the Mercury closing with three straight losses.

What Time Is The WNBA Playoff Game Between Phoenix and New York On?

The Phoenix Mercury at New York Liberty game takes place on Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2025 at 7 p.m. ET. Tune in and catch some great women’s basketball action.

What Channel Is The Phoenix Mercury at New York Liberty Game On?

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