Minnesota Lynx vs New York Liberty Prediction | WNBA Playoffs Game 1

Minnesota Lynx vs New York Liberty prediction for Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs! The No. 1 seed Minnesota Lynx host the No. 8 New York Liberty in a rematch that brings back memories of the 2024 WNBA Finals. But this time, the Liberty enter Round 1 with something to prove. New York already defeated Minnesota 93–81 in Minneapolis on September 18, while the Lynx finished the regular season with the league's best record. That makes this playoff matchup far more dangerous than the seedings suggest. The biggest battle features Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart, while the health and availability of the Liberty's frontcourt could become a major factor. Who wins Game 1? Watch the full prediction and matchup breakdown before the playoff opener. #WNBA #WNBAPlayoffs #MinnesotaLynx #NewYorkLiberty #NapheesaCollier #BreannaStewart