What happened: The New York Liberty travel to face the Chicago Sky on Wednesday night. New York enters the matchup as one of the league's most dominant teams in recent weeks, while Chicago looks to defend their home court.
Why it matters: The New York Liberty (11-5) are riding a seven-game winning streak and have moved within striking distance of the league's top seed. The Chicago Sky (4-11) are attempting to snap a three-game losing skid to stay relevant in the playoff race. Market reports show the Liberty as 10.5-point favorites.
By the numbers: Liberty: 11-5 record, W7 streak, 88.0 PPG. Sky: 4-11 record, L3 streak, 83.3 PPG.
What to watch: The contest is part of a six-game Wednesday slate as the WNBA season reaches its mid-point.