The Liberty has appeared in the WNBA Finals five other times, but are still in search of their first title. The Lynx, on the other hand, are looking to get back to their dynasty days. Minnesota won four titles (2011, 2013, 2015, 2017) and made six Finals appearances from 2011 to 2017.
Here’s everything you need to know about Game 1 of the WNBA Finals:
When is Game 1 of the WNBA Finals?
Game 1 of the WNBA championship series between the Liberty and Lynx gets underway Thursday at 8 p.m. ET at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.
How to watch Game 1 of the WNBA Finals
Game 1 will be broadcast on ESPN with Ryan Ruocco (play-by-play), Rebecca Lobo (analyst) and Holly Rowe (sideline reporter) on the call. The matchup can also be streamed on ESPN+ or the ESPN App, in addition to Fubo.
Liberty vs. Lynx head-to-head
The Lynx have an edge when it comes to their head-to-head record. Minnesota won two of the three regular season matchups against the Liberty. The teams last faced off Sept. 15, when the Lynx came away with an 88-79 victory on the road at Barclays Center.
New York Liberty’s path to the WNBA Finals
First round (best-of-three): No. 1 Liberty vs. No. 8 Dream
Game 1: Liberty 83, Dream 68
Game 2: Liberty 91, Dream 82
Liberty advance 2-0
Semifinals (best-of-five): No. 1 Liberty vs. No. 4 Aces
Game 1: Liberty 87, Aces 77
Game 2: Liberty 88, Aces 84
Game 3: Aces 95, Liberty 81
Game 4: Liberty 76, Aces 62
Liberty advance 3-1
Minnesota Lynx’s path to the WNBA Finals
First round (best-of-three): No. 2 Lynx vs. No. 7 Phoenix Mercury
