The WNBA schedule makers deserve a round of applause for their work.
With just two games left in the season, the Liberty face the Dream twice at home in two must-see games that offer them a chance to improve their standing before the playoffs.
The catch for the Liberty is they just played a game in Toronto on Sunday afternoon.
That adds a bit of complexity to their situation; they control their own destiny but will likely have tired legs heading into one of their biggest games of the regular season.
Liberty vs. Dream prediction, best bet
The Liberty could secure a top-four seed in the playoffs and home-court advantage in the first round depending on how they finish the season.
They have a 1-0 lead over the Dream in the season series and would at least jump them if both teams finish with the same record.
The Dream still present a difficult matchup for the Liberty, rested or not.
They have the third-highest Net Rating in the WNBA and are one of two teams that rank top-five in Offensive and Defensive Rating this season.
They do all of the little things well, too, ranking first in points in the paint, and second in fast break points, second chance points, and points off turnovers.
The Liberty have struggled with turnovers all season, and this should be a physical matchup.
The Liberty have not been good in spots where they have a rest disadvantage — 7-7 straight up and 3-11 against the spread.
With their recent schedule — three games in four nights with two on the road — I expect their tired legs to be a big factor.
The Dream know their next two games are playoff previews, and I think they’ll be ready to take advantage.
The Play: Dream Moneyline (-122, DraftKings)
Why Trust New York Post Betting
Malik Smith has been immersed in the sports betting industry since 2017. He’s a data nerd with a particular focus on the NBA and combat sports. He spends his weeknights in the winter looking for edges on plus-money NBA player props.
