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 banked in a jumper but it rolled out and Dallas headed the other way with about 25 seconds left. Laney scored 22 points and Courtney Vandersloot had 16 points and 10 assists for New York.

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2024 WNBA season: A historic year for women’s basketball, both on and off the court
2 months ago

2024 WNBA season: A historic year for women’s basketball, both on and off the court

CNN  

CNN — With confetti falling from the rafters, a boisterous Brooklyn crowd bellowing and the victorious New York Liberty celebrating, the curtain fell on the 2024 WNBA season. “It was this perfect storm of the league growing exponentially, and then you hit this season where the college game really gave the WNBA a boost,” veteran WNBA analyst LaChina Robinson told …

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, …

Collier's Late Surge Not Enough to Secure Fifth WNBA Title
2 months ago

Collier's Late Surge Not Enough to Secure Fifth WNBA Title

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Lynx were on the verge of securing their fifth WNBA title, but fell short against the New York Liberty in overtime. Napheesa Collier had a chance to win the WNBA Finals MVP award, but she fouled out of the game with seconds remaining in overtime. Despite the loss, the Lynx had a phenomenal season, finishing with a franchise-record …

Ionescu's Dominance Leads Liberty to WNBA Finals MVP Title
2 months ago

Ionescu's Dominance Leads Liberty to WNBA Finals MVP Title

Associated Press  

Jonquel Jones shines in the New York Liberty's 67-62 overtime victory over the Minnesota Lynx. Jones finished with 17 points and six rebounds, while Breanna Stewart contributed 13 points and 15 rebounds. The Liberty built a 56-52 lead in the third quarter but allowed the Lynx to surge back in overtime, ultimately securing the win.

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 …

WNBA Finals Reach Decisive Game 5 for First Time Since 2019 as Liberty and Lynx Head to New York
2 months ago

WNBA Finals Reach Decisive Game 5 for First Time Since 2019 as Liberty and Lynx Head to New York

Associated Press  

It's the first time in 5 years that the WNBA Finals will go to a Game 5. The Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty will battle it out in the Big Apple on Sunday night, with the winner claiming the championship. Both teams have been battling for the entire series, with the game being incredibly close throughout. Minnesota has the …

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 …

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 …

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 …

Lynx advance to WNBA Finals with rout of Sun in Game 5
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Lynx advance to WNBA Finals with rout of Sun in Game 5

LA Times  

Napheesa Collier had 27 points and 11 rebounds while Courtney Williams contributed 24 points and both-ends-of-the-court energy to lead the Minnesota Lynx past the Connecticut Sun 88-77 on Tuesday night and into the WNBA Finals for the first time in seven years. Kayla McBride fueled a strong start with 10 of her 19 points in the first quarter for the …

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 …

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty to host Aces Tuesday

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4.5; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty face the Las Vegas Aces. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots than the 7.7 per game Las Vegas allows. LAST 10 GAMES: Liberty: 8-2, …

Marina Mabrey’s six 3s lift Sun to 73-70 win over Lynx in Game 1 of WNBA playoffs semifinal
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Marina Mabrey’s six 3s lift Sun to 73-70 win over Lynx in Game 1 of WNBA playoffs semifinal

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Marina Mabrey scored 20 points and Alyssa Thomas added 17 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists and the Connecticut Sun defeated the Minnesota Lynx 73-70 on Sunday night in Game 1 of their semifinals series. After the Lynx were held without a basket for more than three minutes, Collier’s driving layup cut the Sun’s lead to 71-70 with …

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Stewart and Ionescu Lead New York Liberty to 87-77 Game 1 Win Over the Las Vegas Aces in Semifinals

Associated Press  

New York Liberty defeated Las Vegas Aces 87-77 in Game 1 of their WNBA semifinals series. Stewart led the Liberty with 34 points, including eight in the first half. The Liberty dominated the first quarter and led by 10 points at halftime. They went on to win 87-77, securing their first win in the playoffs since 2019.

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Liberty begin semifinals against the Aces

Associated Press  

Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty New York; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -4; over/under is 163.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: Liberty host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty host the Las Vegas Aces in game one of the WNBA playoffs semifinals. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.4 more made shots …

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm
2 months, 4 weeks ago

Defending champion Aces live up to title against the Storm

China Daily  

Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson attempts a shot against Seattle Storm guards Victoria Vivians and Jewell Loyd during a WNBA game on Sunday in Las Vegas. Hammon, therefore, loved the fourth quarter of Game 1 of the Aces' first-round WNBA playoff series with the Seattle Storm, when Las Vegas allowed just two points, both on free throws, and rallied …

A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping
3 months ago

A'ja Wilson set records. So did Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. WNBA stats in 2024 were eye-popping

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Lots of records — most …

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes 1st WNBA player to reach 1,000 points in a season as Aces top Sun

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson became the first WNBA player to score 1,000 points in a season when she finished with 29 in the Las Vegas Aces’ 84-71 win over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday. Young’s pull-up jumper midway through the period made it 58-47 and Las Vegas led by double figures the rest of the way. Wilson was dominant …

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109
3 months, 1 week ago

Caitlin Clark scores career-high 35, Kelsey Mitchell adds 30 as Fever beat Wings 110-109

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Caitlin Clark scored a career-high 35 points with eight assists, Kelsey Mitchell added 30 points and the duo combined to hit 12 of Indiana’s 16 3-pointers to help the Fever beat the Dallas Wings 110-109 on Sunday. Teaira McCowan scored inside to cut the deficit to two, but Clark made back-to-back 3s and, after a transition take foul, …

Mystics hold off Dream 72-69 to move into tie for final WNBA playoff spot
3 months, 1 week ago

Mystics hold off Dream 72-69 to move into tie for final WNBA playoff spot

Associated Press  

COLLEGE PARK, Ga. — Brittney Sykes scored 20 points and the Washington Mystics held off the Atlanta Dream 72-69 on Friday night to move into a tie for the final postseason spot. Rhyne Howard hit a turnaround jumper for Atlanta with 21 seconds to go to make it a one-point game, but Ariel Atkins made two free throws for Washington …

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 …

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time
3 months, 1 week ago

A’ja Wilson becomes the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader, Aces beat Fever for 14th straight time

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — A’ja Wilson became the WNBA’s single-season scoring leader and finished with 27 points and 12 rebounds to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Indiana Fever 86-75 on Wednesday night for their 14th straight win in the series. After Indiana got within 72-66, Wilson scored eight straight Las Vegas points in a two-minute span for an 80-71 lead …

New York aims for 30th win of season in matchup against Dallas
3 months, 2 weeks ago

New York aims for 30th win of season in matchup against Dallas

Associated Press  

New York Liberty at Dallas Wings Arlington, Texas; Tuesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: New York Liberty will aim for its 30th win of the season when the Liberty take on the Dallas Wings. New York leads the Eastern Conference scoring 85.3 points per game while shooting 44.7%. New York averages 85.3 points per game, 5.8 fewer points than the …

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Ionescu has big fourth quarter as Liberty beat short-handed Aces 75-71

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — The New York Liberty have been saying all season long that they are a new team this year. Whether A’ja is on the court or not, they’re trying to win.” Las Vegas almost stunned New York. Neither team scored until Ionescu hit a pull-up jumper with 43.6 seconds left that gave New York a 72-71 advantage. “It …

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 hosts Seattle following Stewart’s 32-point game
3 months, 2 weeks ago

New York hosts Seattle following Stewart’s 32-point game

Associated Press  

Seattle Storm at New York Liberty New York; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: New York Liberty hosts the Seattle Storm after Breanna Stewart scored 32 points in the New York Liberty’s 98-85 victory against the Seattle Storm. New York averages 85.9 points, 7.1 more per game than the 78.8 Seattle allows. Seattle averages 5.8 made 3-pointers per game this …

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 …

After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces
4 months ago

After solid first quarter, Sparks can’t keep pace with Aces

LA Times  

The Sparks’ Crystal Dangerfield pulls up for a jumper against the Aces on Sunday in Las Vegas. A’ja Wilson scored 34 points and grabbed 13 rebounds — her WNBA-record 17th game this season with 20-plus points and 10-plus rebounds — to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Sparks 87-71 on Sunday. Kelsey Plum made four three-pointers and finished with …

DeWanna Bonner scores 29, Marina Mabrey adds 17 as Sun rout Wings 109-91
4 months, 1 week ago

DeWanna Bonner scores 29, Marina Mabrey adds 17 as Sun rout Wings 109-91

Associated Press  

ARLINGTON, Texas — DeWanna Bonner scored a season-high 29 points, Marina Mabrey added 17 points in her debut for Connecticut and the Sun beat the Dallas Wings 109-91 Friday night in the return to action for both teams after a monthlong break for the Paris Olympics. Alyssa Thomas had 12 points, 14 assists and eight rebounds for Connecticut while Tyasha …

WNBA: Caitlin Clark sets single-game assists record against Dallas Wings
5 months ago

WNBA: Caitlin Clark sets single-game assists record against Dallas Wings

The Hindu  

Rookie guard Caitlin Clark dished out a WNBA-record 19 assists for the Indiana Fever in their 101-93 loss to the Dallas Wings on Wednesday in Arlington, Texas. Clark surpassed Courtney Vandersloot’s previous single-game assist record of 18. With Indiana trailing 93-90, Clark drove the lane before she stopped and found Kelsey Mitchell on the left wing for a game-tying 3-pointer …

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end
5 months, 1 week ago

Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty beat Sky 81-67 as Angel Reese’s double-double streak comes to end

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Sabrina Ionescu scored 28 points for New York and the Liberty snapped Angel Reese’s WNBA-record double-double streak at 15 games as they beat the Chicago Sky 81-67 on Saturday. Jonquel Jones added 14 points, nine rebounds and seven assists for New York, which has won three games in row, including a 91-76 win over the Sky on Thursday. …

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak
5 months, 1 week ago

Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 21 points and Jonquel Jones added 18 points and 13 rebounds to help the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 91-76 on Thursday night. AP AUDIO: Ionescu, Jones lead New York to 91-76 win over Chicago as Angel Reese extends double-double streak The Liberty shake off a sluggish first have to beat the …

WNBA legend Breanna Stewart reveals her pick for most impressive rookie - and it's NOT Caitlin Clark!
5 months, 2 weeks ago

WNBA legend Breanna Stewart reveals her pick for most impressive rookie - and it's NOT Caitlin Clark!

Daily Mail  

Future WNBA Hall of Famer and New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart revealed which rookie has impressed her the most so far and it is not Caitlin Clark. WNBA MVP Breanna Stewart revealed which rookie has impressed her the most this season Johnson's former LSU teammate immediately became one of the league's best rebounders despite her rookie status. The WNBA …

Carleton and Collier lead Minnesota to Commissioner’s Cup title with 94-89 win over New York Liberty
5 months, 4 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 …

Dallas visits Washington after Engstler’s 23-point game
6 months ago

Dallas visits Washington after Engstler’s 23-point game

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at Washington Mystics Washington; Sunday, 3 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Wings -1; over/under is 161 BOTTOM LINE: Washington Mystics hosts the Dallas Wings after Emily Engstler scored 23 points in the Washington Mystics’ 97-69 win against the Dallas Wings. Dallas averages 79.4 points per game, 2.4 fewer than the 81.8 Washington gives up. LAST 10 GAMES: Mystics: …

Injuries taking toll on Dallas Wings, who sit near bottom of WNBA standings
6 months ago

Injuries taking toll on Dallas Wings, who sit near bottom of WNBA standings

Associated Press  

The Dallas Wings have been struggling this year, with injuries taking a major toll. 1 choice in this week’s AP WNBA power poll, followed, respectively, by Connecticut, Minnesota, Seattle and Phoenix. Record ratings The rematch between Indiana’s Caitlin Clark and Chicago’s Angel Reese drew record viewership with an average of 2.25 million people watching on CBS — the most on …

Minnesota hosts Dallas after Collier’s 30-point game
6 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota hosts Dallas after Collier’s 30-point game

Associated Press  

Dallas Wings at Minnesota Lynx Minneapolis; Monday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota Lynx hosts the Dallas Wings after Napheesa Collier scored 30 points in the Minnesota Lynx’s 81-76 victory against the Los Angeles Sparks. Dallas has shot at a 43.8% rate from the field this season, 3.8 percentage points greater than the 40.0% shooting opponents of Minnesota have averaged. …

Ionescu scores 24, Thornton 20 and Liberty close out Mystics 90-79
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Ionescu scores 24, Thornton 20 and Liberty close out Mystics 90-79

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Sabrina Ionescu scored 24 points, Kayla Thornton added 20 and the New York Liberty used a late scoring run to defeat the Washington Mystics 90-79 on Friday night. Soon after, the Mystics were assessed a technical foul for delay of game and Breanna Stewart made two free throws to give New York the lead for good. Washington …

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 …

Breanna Stewart ruins Caitlin Clark’s home debut by leading Liberty past Fever 102-66
7 months, 1 week ago

Breanna Stewart ruins Caitlin Clark’s home debut by leading Liberty past Fever 102-66

Associated Press  

INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark learned some tough lessons from her first two WNBA tests. Two-time league MVP Breanna Stewart ruined Clark’s regular season home debut by scoring 31 points to lead the New York Liberty to a 102-66 win in front of a sellout crowd of 17,247. Clark finished with nine points, seven rebounds and six assists …

Jonquel Jones scores 25 to help the Liberty open the season with an 85-80 victory over the Mystics
7 months, 1 week ago

Jonquel Jones scores 25 to help the Liberty open the season with an 85-80 victory over the Mystics

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Jonquel Jones scored 25 points, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 20 and the New York Liberty opened the season with an 85-80 victory over the Washington Mystics on Tuesday night. New York trailed 67-59 entering the fourth quarter before scoring 22 of the next 29 points, going ahead for good at 72-71 with 5:56 left on a basket by Laney-Hamilton. …

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