What happened: The New York Liberty travel to Atlanta for a Thursday night matchup with the Dream at Gateway Center Arena. Both teams enter the contest near the top of the Eastern Conference standings, with New York looking to extend a five-game winning streak in Commissioner's Cup play.
Why it matters: This matchup holds significant weight for the mid-season tournament standings, as the Liberty currently sit at 3-0 in Cup play. A victory would solidify New York's position as the Eastern Conference frontrunner and potentially extend their lead over Atlanta in the race for the tournament championship game.
By the numbers: NYL: 9-5, 87.0 PPG, Streak: W5. ATL: 9-4, 84.5 PPG, Streak: W2. Cup Standings: NYL 3-0, ATL 3-1.
What to watch: Tip-off is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET in Atlanta. New York will monitor the status of Jonquel Jones, while Breanna Stewart looks to build on her recent Player of the Week honors.