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October 1, 2026 β’ Target Center, Minneapolis
WNBA PREVIEW β’ October 1, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: New York Liberty (26-18) meets Minnesota Lynx (33-11) at Target Center, Minneapolis.
New York Liberty
Visiting Side
Record
26-18
Minnesota Lynx
Home Side
Record
33-11
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
65%
New York Liberty
VS
35%
Minnesota Lynx
Projected Score
NEW 91
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MIN 75
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- New York Liberty boasts a superior average point differential.
- New York Liberty controls the glass more effectively.
- New York Liberty operates with higher offensive efficiency.
New York Liberty
STAT
Minnesota Lynx
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Minnesota Lynx plays on familiar turf at Target Center, Minneapolis.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why New York Liberty Could Win
New York Liberty generates 90.7 points per game while shooting 50.8%.
Why Minnesota Lynx Could Win
Minnesota Lynx produces 90.5 points per game on 41.8% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if New York Liberty's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Target Center, Minneapolis
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
Team Points
Olivia Miles
19.8
Team Assists
Olivia Miles
6.0
Team Points
Breanna Stewart
20.8
Team Assists
Sabrina Ionescu
4.7
Consensus Pool
Live Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
New York Liberty (46.4%)
Minnesota Lynx (53.6%)
Total Submissions: 36 circles
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