The New York Liberty are on the road on Sunday afternoon as they travel to take on the Washington Mystics in an Eastern Conference matchup.
New York enters Sunday’s game with a 1-0 record after defeating the Connecticut Sun at home in dominant fashion on Friday night.
New York Liberty forward Breanna StewartD. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images
In Friday’s victory over the Sun, Breanna Stewart led the way for the Liberty as she recorded 31 points and 10 rebounds while Marine Johannes added 17 points, five rebounds and three assists of her own.
Now New York will try to grab another victory on Sunday as they face off against the Mystics in a tough road matchup.
On the other side, Washington enters Sunday’s contest with a 1-0 record after defeating the Toronto Tempo on the road on Friday night.
Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron (22)Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Sonia Citron led the way for the mystics in Friday’s victory as she ended the game with 26 points and two rebounds while Shakira Austin recorded 18 points and 11 rebounds.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Sunday afternoon’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Liberty Injury Report: Will Satou Sabally, Leonie Fiebich Play?
For the Liberty, they have six players listed on their injury report, including forward Satou Sabally.
Former Phoenix Mercury forward Satou Sabally (0)Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images
New York has ruled out Sabally due to a cyst as she will miss her second consecutive contest and there is a chance she could miss the Liberty's entire three-game road trip as she did not travel with the team.
The Liberty have also ruled out Rebecca Allen due to a left leg injury as she will miss her second straight game despite reports that she was expected to make her season debut against the Mystics.
Sabrina Ionescu has also been ruled out as she is expected to miss at least two weeks with a left foot injury while Marine Fauthoux remains sidelined while recovering from ACL surgery.
New York Liberty forward Leonie Fiebich (13)Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images
Leonie Fiebich and Raquel Carrera have also been ruled out as they are away from the team due to overseas commitments.
Mystics Injury Report: Will Michaela Onyenwere Play?
On the other side, the Mystics have three players listed on their injury report, including forward Michaela Onyenwere.
Former Chicago Sky forward Michaela OnyenwereKamil Krzaczynski-USA TODAY Sports
Washington has ruled out Onyenwere due to left knee injury management as she will miss her second straight game.
Cotie McMahon has also been ruled out due to a left elbow sprain that is expected to sideline her for at least one week while Alicia Florez is out due to personal reasons.
Washington Mystics guard Cotie McMahon (23)Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Fans can catch Sunday afternoon’s matchup between the Liberty and Mystics from Washington D.C. at 3:00 p.m. ET.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on May 10, 2026, where it first appeared in the WNBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
