New York Liberty found a key factor in Betnijah Laney-Hamilton for WNBA Finals win
2 months, 1 week ago

New York Liberty found a key factor in Betnijah Laney-Hamilton for WNBA Finals win

New York Times  

NEW YORK — Betnijah Laney-Hamilton couldn’t immediately pick her favorite moment from the New York Liberty’s WNBA Finals Game 2 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday. “When she’s playing like that we’re a different team.” Or maybe Laney-Hamilton will look back on her final 3-pointer with 3:21 remaining in the contest — a triple that stretched the Liberty’s lead from two points to five and halted another furious fourth-quarter Lynx rally — with the most fondness. “She’s a winner, so happy that she got this success tonight and keep building on it.” Bucket 🐝 was ACTIVATED 👑@BetnijahLaney is our @Withings Player of the Game 🔥 pic.twitter.com/C82OIprXaI — New York Liberty October 13, 2024 If Game 1 of the 2024 WNBA Finals will be remembered because of New York’s historic collapse, the second game will be remembered because of contributions made up and down the Liberty roster. We’ve got to have that.” Laney-Hamilton’s starring role was especially welcomed for New York after her relatively minimal impact in Game 1.

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New York Liberty Soar to WNBA Finals Victory, Setting Stage for Championship No. 1
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2 months ago

New York Liberty Soar to WNBA Finals Victory, Setting Stage for Championship No. 1

Associated Press  

The New York Liberty won their first WNBA championship after two years of waiting. The team defeated the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals. This win marks a significant milestone for the Liberty, who have been close to claiming the championship but have fallen short in previous years. With a strong core group of Breanna Stewart, …

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship
2 months ago

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship

NPR  

The New York Liberty defeat the Minnesota Lynx to win its first WNBA championship toggle caption Pamela Smith/AP The New York Liberty won its first championship title after powering through a series of five games, two of which went to overtime. The Liberty won the series 3-2 against the Minnesota Lynx, and scored 67-62 in Sunday’s final game. “To be …

Jonquel Jones leads New York Liberty to first WNBA title, Lynx question officiating
2 months ago

Jonquel Jones leads New York Liberty to first WNBA title, Lynx question officiating

LA Times  

Sabrina Ionescu’s first shot hit the side of the backboard. Ionescu shot 1 for 19 from the floor on Sunday and Breanna Stewart wasn’t a whole lot better, but the New York Liberty got an MVP performance from Jonquel Jones to bail out her fellow two stars. Sparks Lynx hold off Liberty to force decisive Game 5 in WNBA Finals …

New York Liberty Triumphs in WNBA Finals, Clinching First Title in 28 Years
2 months ago

New York Liberty Triumphs in WNBA Finals, Clinching First Title in 28 Years

CNN  

The New York Liberty clinched their first WNBA title with a thrilling 67-62 victory over the Minnesota Lynx in Game 5 of the Finals. Nyara Sabally shone brightly for the Liberty, scoring 13 points and grabbing seven rebounds and a key block in overtime. Despite facing controversy surrounding a controversial free throw call, the Liberty emerged victorious, marking a historic …

Lynx Force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's Free Throws to Beat Liberty 82-80
2 months ago

Lynx Force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's Free Throws to Beat Liberty 82-80

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals against the New York Liberty with a final score of 82-80. Despite trailing for most of the game, the Lynx staged a comeback with two free throws in the final seconds to secure the victory. Both teams had chances to win the game, but the Lynx's experience and …

Sabrina Ionescu’s tiebreaking three lifts Liberty over Lynx in Game 3 of WNBA Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu’s tiebreaking three lifts Liberty over Lynx in Game 3 of WNBA Finals

LA Times  

Sabrina Ionescu hit a tiebreaking three-pointer from the top of the key with one second left and Breanna Stewart scored 30 points to help the New York Liberty beat the Minnesota Lynx 80-77 on Wednesday night, taking a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals. Trailing 73-69 with 2:26 left in the fourth quarter, the Liberty scored eight straight points, including …

Liberty even WNBA Finals with Game 2 defeat of Lynx
2 months, 1 week ago

Liberty even WNBA Finals with Game 2 defeat of Lynx

LA Times  

New York’s Breanna Stewart slips past Minnesota defenders for a layup during the first half in Game 2 on Sunday. With the Minnesota Lynx making another fourth quarter run, the two-time league MVP refused to let the New York Liberty lose again. Stewart scored 21 points and had a WNBA Finals record seven steals to help the Liberty beat the …

Breanna Stewart, Liberty even WNBA Finals series with Game 2 win over Lynx
2 months, 1 week ago

Breanna Stewart, Liberty even WNBA Finals series with Game 2 win over Lynx

New York Times  

NEW YORK — There was no singular way for members of the New York Liberty to turn the page after their historic WNBA Finals Game 1 collapse to the Minnesota Lynx. Veteran guard Courtney Vandersloot described moving forward “as a process.” Liberty coach Sandy Brondello was glad two days separated Game 1 and Game 2 so she had more time …

Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with overtime win to open WNBA Finals
2 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota Lynx stun New York Liberty with overtime win to open WNBA Finals

LA Times  

From left, Minnesota Lynx’s Bridget Carleton, Courtney Williams, Alanna Smith and Napheesa Collier celebrate after defeating the New York Liberty in overtime in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday in New York. The historic rally by the Lynx to beat New York 95-93 in a wild Game 1 of the WNBA Finals ranks right up there as one …

Breanna Stewart had two key chances … and fell short in the Liberty’s Game 1 WNBA Finals loss
2 months, 1 week ago

Breanna Stewart had two key chances … and fell short in the Liberty’s Game 1 WNBA Finals loss

New York Times  

NEW YORK — For the briefest of moments, Breanna Stewart put her hands on her head. The game tying freethrow by Breanna Stewart that sends the game to overtime At the end of regulation the score is 84-84#WNBAFinals presented by @YouTubeTV pic.twitter.com/O1Cg0MkbNi — WNBA October 11, 2024 Credit Collier, this season’s Defensive Player of the Year, for stifling Stewart. “I …

Minnesota's Heroic Comeback Stuns New York in WNBA Finals Game 1
2 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota's Heroic Comeback Stuns New York in WNBA Finals Game 1

Associated Press  

Minnesota stunned New York Liberty 95-93 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. Despite trailing 18 points in the first half, the Lynx rallied back and won the game on a late Napheesa Collier jumper with 8.8 seconds left in overtime. Minnesota's win marks a historic moment for the team, as they are the first team in WNBA playoff history …

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty
2 months, 3 weeks ago

WNBA coach Becky Hammon RIPS into star Kelsey Plum as Las Vegas Aces drop second game to New York Liberty

Daily Mail  

Hammon berated her star player after a subpar performance against New York The reigning, two-time WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces have their backs against the wall following a Game 2 defeat at the hands of the New York Liberty in the semifinals of this year's playoffs. Part of the blame for the result could be placed on the shoulders of …

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty top Aces 88-84 to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals and put the champs on the brink

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu and her New York teammates downplayed being on the brink of knocking off the Aces. We didn’t come to win two games at home and be satisfied, we’re a hungry group.” Game 3 is Friday night in Las Vegas, with the two-time defending champion Aces trying to avoid being beaten by the team they beat …

Minnesota tops New York to keep alive hopes of getting top overall seed in WNBA playoffs
3 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota tops New York to keep alive hopes of getting top overall seed in WNBA playoffs

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The Minnesota Lynx have had the best of the New York Liberty this year, winning two of the three regular season matchups and the Commissioner’s Cup final. On Sunday, the Lynx looked poised to win an easy one over New York before needing to hold off a furious fourth quarter rally led by Breanna Stewart to beat …

Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton lead Liberty over Wings 99-67 for 5th straight victory
3 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton lead Liberty over Wings 99-67 for 5th straight victory

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton had 17 and the New York Liberty never trailed on the way to their fifth straight win, a 99-67 romp over the Dallas Wings on Thursday night. Ionescu made 8 of 18 shots with four 3-pointers, and added six assists for New York, which has the league’s best record and …

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019
3 months, 2 weeks ago

WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart shines in New York Liberty's thrilling win over Las Vegas Aces in finals rematch as A'ja Wilson misses first game since 2019

Daily Mail  

Brooklyn's Barclays Center was nearly filled to the brim as reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart led the New York Liberty in completing the season series sweep, 3-0, over the Las Vegas Aces in a rematch of last year's WNBA Finals. Although Aces star and reigning WNBA Finals MVP A'ja Wilson missed her first game since 2019 with an ankle injury, …

New York visits Seattle after Stewart’s 32-point performance
3 months, 3 weeks ago

New York visits Seattle after Stewart’s 32-point performance

Associated Press  

New York Liberty at Seattle Storm Seattle; Friday, 10 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: New York Liberty visits the Seattle Storm after Breanna Stewart scored 32 points in the Liberty’s 94-88 loss to the Los Angeles Sparks. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game this season, 3.2 more made shots on average than the 6.9 per game Seattle allows. LAST …

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Sparks hold off Liberty rally, knock off top team in WNBA and snap losing streak

LA Times  

It’s been a rough season for the Sparks, and they found themselves in another dogfight on Wednesday, this time against the New York Liberty, the team with the best record in the WNBA. So for us to step back up, especially after the disappointment from Dallas, it just says so much about this team’s character.” Every time Liberty stars Sabrina …

Carleton and Collier lead Minnesota to Commissioner’s Cup title with 94-89 win over New York Liberty
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Carleton and Collier lead Minnesota to Commissioner’s Cup title with 94-89 win over New York Liberty

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx put the WNBA on notice that they are a championship caliber team. Bridget Carleton scored 23 points and Collier added 21 to help the Lynx win their first Commissioner’s Cup championship with a 94-89 victory over the New York Liberty on Tuesday night. “What I’m proud of is we answered every …

Caitlin Clark held to just three points as Laney-Hamilton and Jones help Liberty rout Fever 104-68
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark held to just three points as Laney-Hamilton and Jones help Liberty rout Fever 104-68

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Caitlin Clark had just one basket and three points in the worst game of her young pro career, and the New York Liberty routed the Indiana Fever 104-68 on Sunday night. It’s not that big of a deal to have a game like that.” Betnijah Laney-Hamilton scored 20 points and Jonquel Jones added 18 for the Liberty, …

New York Liberty improve to 4-0 for first time in 17 years with 74-63 win over Seattle Storm
7 months ago

New York Liberty improve to 4-0 for first time in 17 years with 74-63 win over Seattle Storm

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points and the New York Liberty beat the Seattle Storm 74-63 on Monday night, improving to 4-0 for the first time in 17 years. New York led 50-40 midway through the second quarter before scoring the next seven points, including five by Ionescu, to extend the advantage to 17. New York ran out …

Clark helps Liberty become 1st WNBA team to have $2M+ in 1-game ticket revenue, AP source says
7 months ago

Clark helps Liberty become 1st WNBA team to have $2M+ in 1-game ticket revenue, AP source says

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark helped bring in record ticket revenue for the New York Liberty in her first game in the Big Apple on Saturday. “That’s incredible,” Liberty star Breanna Stewart said when she heard about the record ticket revenue. “It says everything: The product we have on the court is important, but there’s a team …

Reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart re-signs with New York Liberty
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart re-signs with New York Liberty

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Reigning WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart re-signed with the New York Liberty, the team announced Monday. “It’s a monumental day in New York as we are thrilled to welcome back the MVP, Breanna Stewart,” general manager Jonathan Kolb said. “Stewie’s return marks our unwavering commitment to excellence and our collective drive to bring a championship to New York.” …

Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73
1 year, 2 months ago

Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Jonquel Jones and the New York Liberty wouldn’t let the season end just yet. She scored 27 points and Breanna Stewart added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 87-73 on Sunday in the WNBA Finals and force a Game 4. New York struggled in the first two games against the Aces …

WNBA Finals: Liberty avoid sweep by beating Aces in Game 3
1 year, 2 months ago

WNBA Finals: Liberty avoid sweep by beating Aces in Game 3

LA Times  

Jonquel Jones scored 27 points and Breanna Stewart added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 87-73 on Sunday in the WNBA Finals and force a Game 4. New York struggled in the first two games against the Aces in Las Vegas, but the Liberty found their shooting touch in Game 3 behind Jones, who …

‘Nothing’s working’: Can the New York Liberty avoid WNBA Finals elimination?
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Nothing’s working’: Can the New York Liberty avoid WNBA Finals elimination?

New York Times  

LAS VEGAS — The good news for the New York Liberty after Wednesday night’s Game 2 shellacking at the hands of the Las Vegas Aces is that they boarded a charter airplane to fly back East less than two hours after the final buzzer sounded. As New York traveled a week ago to Las Vegas optimistic about its chances of …

Jones, Stewart lead New York to first WNBA Finals in 21 years with 87-84 win over Connecticut
1 year, 2 months ago

Jones, Stewart lead New York to first WNBA Finals in 21 years with 87-84 win over Connecticut

Associated Press  

UNCASVILLE, Conn. — Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones have New York back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in more than two decades. Two of the Liberty’s big offseason acquisitions came up big for the Liberty to help them reach the championship round for the first time since 2002 with an 87-84 win over Connecticut on Sunday in …

Breanna Stewart scores 25, Liberty beat Sun 92-81 to take 2-1 lead in WNBA semifinal series
1 year, 2 months ago

Breanna Stewart scores 25, Liberty beat Sun 92-81 to take 2-1 lead in WNBA semifinal series

Associated Press  

Conn. — New York is one win away from returning to the WNBA Finals for the first time in more than two decades. Breanna Stewart had 25 points and 11 rebounds, and the Liberty beat the Connecticut Sun 92-81 on Friday night to take a 2-1 lead in their best-of-five semifinal series. She had 11 points in Game 2 and …

Liberty, Betnijah Laney agree to extension through 2025 season: How this helps New York
1 year, 3 months ago

Liberty, Betnijah Laney agree to extension through 2025 season: How this helps New York

New York Times  

The New York Liberty and guard/forward Betnijah Laney have agreed to an extension through the 2025 season, the team announced Saturday. ✅ pic.twitter.com/V9HPG1VVni — New York Liberty September 9, 2023 The Athletic’s instant analysis: What does Laney give the Liberty? After coming to New York as a max player in 2021, Laney had to take a step back with her …

Breanna Stewart sets the WNBA single-season scoring record, Liberty edge the Wings 94-93
1 year, 3 months ago

Breanna Stewart sets the WNBA single-season scoring record, Liberty edge the Wings 94-93

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — Breanna Stewart scored 40 points to set the WNBA’s single-season scoring record and the New York Liberty held off the Dallas Wings 94-93 on Tuesday night for their seventh straight victory. New York moved within a game of first-place Las Vegas — with home games against Los Angeles and Washington remaining. New York forward Betnijah Laney nearly …

Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart lead Liberty to win vs. Aces in matchup of WNBA’s top teams
1 year, 3 months ago

Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart lead Liberty to win vs. Aces in matchup of WNBA’s top teams

New York Times  

The New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces 94-85 on Monday at Barclays Center in the latest matchup between the WNBA’s top teams. Here’s what you need to know: All-Stars Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart led New York, with Ionescu scoring a game-high 25 points. The Athletic’s instant analysis: Ionescu continues to light up the Aces Ionescu is in …

Stewart scores 38 to lead Liberty over Lynx 111-76. Minnesota’s Vandersloot reaches 4,000 points
1 year, 3 months ago

Stewart scores 38 to lead Liberty over Lynx 111-76. Minnesota’s Vandersloot reaches 4,000 points

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Breanna Stewart scored 38 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Courtney Vandersloot reached 4,000 points for her career and the New York Liberty coasted to a 111-76 win over the Minnesota Lynx on Saturday night. Sabrina Ionescu scored 19 points for the Liberty, hitting three 3-pointers to move into second on the single season WNBA list with 114. MYSTICS …

New York Liberty star Betnijah Laney answers 5 style questions
1 year, 3 months ago

New York Liberty star Betnijah Laney answers 5 style questions

New York Times  

In Super Squads,The Athletic follows the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces in their quests to win a WNBA championship. NEW YORK — On the court, New York Liberty wing Betnijah Laney takes on a multitude of roles. Betnijah Laney wearing AREA denim set, Mach & Mach’s heels, Prada sunglasses and a Valentino purse. Now that you’re living in …

New York plays Dallas after Ionescu’s 34-point game
1 year, 5 months ago

New York plays Dallas after Ionescu’s 34-point game

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at New York Liberty New York; Wednesday, 1 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK WNBA LINE: Liberty -8.5; over/under is 170.5 BOTTOM LINE: New York plays the Dallas Wings after Sabrina Ionescu scored 34 points in the New York Liberty’s 95-87 overtime win against the Indiana Fever. New York is fifth in the Eastern Conference with 7.4 offensive rebounds per …

How the New York Liberty constructed a historic WNBA offseason coup
1 year, 7 months ago

How the New York Liberty constructed a historic WNBA offseason coup

New York Times  

In Super Squads, The Athletic follows the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces in their quests to win a WNBA championship. And we’re fortunate that we’re here.” By “here,” Kolb means watching a training camp practice in which Stewart, Jones and Vandersloot all were wearing Liberty jerseys. “When I could answer that question and say I would still be …

WNBA free-agency predictions: Breanna Stewart to New York, Candace Parker to Los Angeles
1 year, 11 months ago

WNBA free-agency predictions: Breanna Stewart to New York, Candace Parker to Los Angeles

New York Times  

The WNBA offseason is officially underway. A former MVP, two-time Finals MVP, two-time Olympic gold medalist and four-time first-team All-WNBA selection, she would be the highest-impact free agent to ever change teams, and that’s what seems likely to happen. The point guard for the Sky’s lone title in franchise history reportedly met with the Storm and the Lynx in free …

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