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 Sky. Stewart scored the first seven points of a 14-1 run to get New York back in the game. “I was driving and getting into the pick-and-roll with, which was beneficial for us in the fourth quarter.” Before the second quarter began New York honored many of its former players, including ring of honor members Kym Hampton and Sue Wicks.

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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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

New York Liberty to play the Atlanta Dream Tuesday
3 months ago

New York Liberty to play the Atlanta Dream Tuesday

Associated Press  

Atlanta Dream at New York Liberty New York; Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Liberty -13; over/under is 156.5 WNBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND: BOTTOM LINE: The New York Liberty take on the Atlanta Dream. New York averages 10.1 made 3-pointers per game, 2.1 more made shots than the 8.0 per game Atlanta allows. Atlanta averages 77.0 points per game, …

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 …

Banham leads Chicago against Connecticut after 22-point game
3 months ago

Banham leads Chicago against Connecticut after 22-point game

Associated Press  

Chicago Sky at Connecticut Sun Uncasville, Connecticut; Thursday, 7 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Chicago Sky faces the Connecticut Sun after Rachel Banham scored 22 points in the Sky’s 86-70 loss to the Atlanta Dream. Connecticut ranks seventh in the WNBA with 8.3 offensive rebounds per game led by Alyssa Thomas averaging 2.4 offensive boards. Chicago leads the Eastern Conference with …

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 …

Chicago plays Minnesota on 4-game road skid
3 months, 1 week ago

Chicago plays Minnesota on 4-game road skid

Associated Press  

Chicago Sky at Minnesota Lynx Minneapolis; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Chicago Sky will attempt to break its four-game road losing streak when the Sky play Minnesota Lynx. Chicago averages 4.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 2.3 fewer made shots on average than the 6.8 per game Minnesota allows. TOP PERFORMERS: Napheesa Collier is scoring 20.4 points per …

Mystics beat Chicago 89-58 to move within 1 game of the eighth-place Sky for final playoff spot
3 months, 1 week ago

Mystics beat Chicago 89-58 to move within 1 game of the eighth-place Sky for final playoff spot

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Aaliyah Edwards had 15 points and 10 rebounds, Brittney Sykes added 14 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the Washington Mystics beat Chicago 89-58 on Wednesday night to move within one game of the eighth-place Sky for the final playoff spot. Sika Kone added 11 points off the bench for Washington, which has beaten Chicago three times …

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 …

Chicago hosts Washington following Carter’s 28-point game
3 months, 1 week ago

Chicago hosts Washington following Carter’s 28-point game

Associated Press  

Washington Mystics at Chicago Sky Chicago; Wednesday, 8 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Chicago Sky takes on the Washington Mystics after Chennedy Carter scored 28 points in the Chicago Sky’s 92-77 victory over the Dallas Wings. Chicago’s average of 4.6 made 3-pointers per game is 3.5 fewer made shots on average than the 8.1 per game Washington allows. LAST 10 GAMES: …

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, …

Angel Reese and Sky send Sparks to their third consecutive loss
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Angel Reese and Sky send Sparks to their third consecutive loss

LA Times  

Highlights from the Sparks’ loss to the Chicago Sky on Friday. Angel Reese finished with 24 points and 12 rebounds for her rookie-record 26th double-double of the season, and the Chicago Sky snapped a seven-game losing streak with a 92-78 victory over the Sparks on Friday night. Reese made nine of 15 shots with a three-pointer and all five of …

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A’ja Wilson has 30 points, 14 rebounds as Aces hand Sky 7th-straight loss 90-71

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A’ja Wilson scored 30 points and had 14 rebounds, Chelsea Gray added 13 points and 10 assists and the Las Vegas Aces beat Chicago 90-71 on Tuesday night, handing the Sky their seventh straight loss. Wilson’s eighth game this season with at least 30 points and 10 rebounds helped Las Vegas stay a game up on Seattle …

Caitlin Clark has career-high 31 points, 12 assists as Fever beat Sky 100-81 despite Reese record
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark has career-high 31 points, 12 assists as Fever beat Sky 100-81 despite Reese record

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Caitlin Clark had a career-high 31 points and 12 assists in her final regular-season matchup with fellow rookie sensation Angel Reese, leading the Indiana Fever to a dominating 100-81 win over the reeling Chicago Sky on Friday night. On the other side, Reese had 10 points and 11 rebounds, breaking a tie with Tina Charles for rookie double-doubles …

Caitlin Clark outscores Angel Reese 31 to 11 and gets praised by LeBron James as Fever drop Sky in rivals' final matchup before WNBA Rookie of the Year voting
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark outscores Angel Reese 31 to 11 and gets praised by LeBron James as Fever drop Sky in rivals' final matchup before WNBA Rookie of the Year voting

Daily Mail  

Caitlin Clark might have put the WNBA Rookie of the Year race on ice after Friday night's performance. The former Iowa star had 31 points and a dozen assists in the Indiana Fever's 100-81 drubbing of the Chicago Sky, which was good enough to draw praise from none other than LeBron James. Caitlin Clark outdueled Angel Reese on Friday night …

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 …

Angel Reese gives BRUTAL reply to question about setting a Chicago Sky record in emphatic Phoenix Mercury WNBA loss
4 months, 1 week ago

Angel Reese gives BRUTAL reply to question about setting a Chicago Sky record in emphatic Phoenix Mercury WNBA loss

Daily Mail  

Angel Reese was in no mood to celebrate setting a franchise record for Chicago Sky on Thursday night after her team were dominated by Phoenix Mercury on the WNBA's return. In the third quarter, Reese set a Sky franchise mark for most offensive rebounds in a single season, breaking the record set by Sylvia Fowles in 2013. Angel Reese was …

Angel Reese wows fans with a remarkable and-one shot... but it's a tough night for the Chicago Sky as the WNBA returns to action post-Olympics
4 months, 1 week ago

Angel Reese wows fans with a remarkable and-one shot... but it's a tough night for the Chicago Sky as the WNBA returns to action post-Olympics

Daily Mail  

The return of WNBA action means the return of two incredibly talented rookies to the floor in their heated rivalry. While Caitlin Clark still has to wait a day before returning to the floor, Angel Reese was back in action on Thursday as her Chicago Sky took on the Phoenix Mercury. Angel Reese gets the and-1 🔥 pic.twitter.com/qSH90Ooqki — Marquee …

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. …

Chicago’s Angel Reese extends double-double streak before Barclays Center record 17,758 in New York
5 months, 1 week ago

Chicago’s Angel Reese extends double-double streak before Barclays Center record 17,758 in New York

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Angel Reese was happy to keep her record streak alive, she just wished it had resulted in a win. The Chicago Sky’s sensational rookie extended her WNBA record with a 15th consecutive double-double in Thursday night’s 91-76 loss to the New York Liberty. “I didn’t have a great night tonight, obviously.” It was the second time in …

Angel Reese makes history as Chicago Sky rookie follows WNBA rival Caitlin Clark by breaking record
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Angel Reese makes history as Chicago Sky rookie follows WNBA rival Caitlin Clark by breaking record

Daily Mail  

Chicago Sky sensation Angel Reese wrote herself in the WNBA history books - just a day after rival Caitlin Clark broke more new ground with the Indiana Fever. But Reese still put in an historic performance, amassing 17 points and 14 rebounds, a day after Clark recorded the first ever rookie triple-double in the WNBA. Chicago Sky sensation Angel Reese …

Caitlin Clark's bitter rival Chennedy Carter says Angel Reese should be the WNBA's Rookie of the Year over Indiana Fever star: 'No other way to put it'
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark's bitter rival Chennedy Carter says Angel Reese should be the WNBA's Rookie of the Year over Indiana Fever star: 'No other way to put it'

Daily Mail  

Angel Reese's Chicago Sky teammates believe she should be taken more seriously in the race for Rookie of the Year in the WNBA. Chennedy Carter, who led the team with 33 points in Chicago's win over Seattle, told the ION broadcast after the game that Reese deserves to be the front-runner to be recognized as the league's best youngster. Chicago's …

Sky’s Angel Reese posts 13th consecutive double-double, breaks Candace Parker’s record
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Sky’s Angel Reese posts 13th consecutive double-double, breaks Candace Parker’s record

New York Times  

In the 20th game of her professional career, Angel Reese broke a 14-year-old record. Reese posted her 13th consecutive double-double against the Seattle Storm, besting Candace Parker’s 12-game double-double streak that spanned the 2009 and 2010 regular seasons. 7 pick in the 2024 draft, posted 17 points and 14 rebounds in Chicago’s 84-71 loss to the Storm as the Sky …

Angel Reese shows she can do it all by draining her first-ever WNBA 3-pointers amid rookie of the year battle with Caitlin Clark
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Angel Reese shows she can do it all by draining her first-ever WNBA 3-pointers amid rookie of the year battle with Caitlin Clark

Daily Mail  

Chicago Sky star rookie Angel Reese showed that she has impressive range in her Friday night game against the Seattle Storm. Reese buried her first WNBA 3-pointer in her career against Seattle - and then did it again later in the contest. Angel Reese knocked down the first two triples in her WNBA career as part of a double-double Angel …

WNBA rookie rankings: How will the Sparks move forward after Cameron Brink’s injury?
6 months ago

WNBA rookie rankings: How will the Sparks move forward after Cameron Brink’s injury?

New York Times  

Read the latest edition of The Athletic’s WNBA rookie rankings NEW YORK — Amid a stretch of nine games in 18 days, the Los Angeles Sparks were dealt a crushing blow. But beyond any stats — Brink averaged 7.5 points and 5.3 rebounds in 22 minutes per game — Miller said the Sparks will have to go without the 22-year-old …

WNBA rookie rankings: What’s been the secret to Angel Reese’s strong start?
6 months, 1 week ago

WNBA rookie rankings: What’s been the secret to Angel Reese’s strong start?

New York Times  

Read the latest edition of The Athletic’s WNBA rookie rankings All 12 WNBA franchises have played at least a quarter of the schedule, with the depth of this year’s rookie class consistently apparent on a nightly basis. Rank Player Team Previous rank 1 Angel Reese Chicago 2 2 Aaliyah Edwards Washington NR 3 Caitlin Clark Indiana 1 4 Cameron Brink …

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, …

Caitlin Clark beats Angel Reese in highly anticipated WNBA showdown as Indiana Fever overcome Chicago Sky 71-70
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Caitlin Clark beats Angel Reese in highly anticipated WNBA showdown as Indiana Fever overcome Chicago Sky 71-70

Daily Mail  

Caitlin Clark got the upper hand over Angel Reese during their highly-anticipated rookie showdown. On the other hand, Reese clocked in eight points and 13 rebounds in Chicago's losing effort. Caitlin Clark got the upper hand over Angel Reese in their first WNBA showdown on Saturday The Chicago Sky lost to the Indiana Fever, 71-70, at Gainbirdge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis …

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 …

Marina Mabrey hits 6 3-pointers, scores 20 as the Sky beat the Sparks for 1st home win
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Marina Mabrey hits 6 3-pointers, scores 20 as the Sky beat the Sparks for 1st home win

Associated Press  

CHICAGO — Marina Mabrey scored 20 points and tied a career high with six 3-pointers, Elizabeth Williams had 17 points, 11 rebounds and four blocks and the Chicago Sky beat the Los Angeles Sparks 83-73 on Thursday night for their first home win of the season. Los Angeles was within 78-69 with 2:16 left after Rickea Jackson completed a three-point …

Angel Reese takes a shot at Caitlin Clark before DELETING tweet after Chicago Sky beat New York Liberty
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Angel Reese takes a shot at Caitlin Clark before DELETING tweet after Chicago Sky beat New York Liberty

Daily Mail  

Angel Reese appeared to take a dig at Caitlin Clark in a hastily deleted tweet after Chicago Sky beat New York Liberty 90-81 on Thursday night. Clark, who was selected by the Indiana Fever with the first-overall pick at this year's WNBA Draft after her historic college career with Iowa, has got off to a nightmare start in the big …

Angel Reese is excelling on and off the court in her WNBA rookie season with the Chicago Sky
7 months ago

Angel Reese is excelling on and off the court in her WNBA rookie season with the Chicago Sky

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Angel Reese is proud to be part of the stellar rookie class that is uplifting the WNBA. “It’s not just one person, I think people don’t realize that the narrative out there is that just one person changing the game,” Reese said Thursday. “I love it for us all and we’re just going to continue to keep …

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 …

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. …

WNBA: Aces defeats Liberty to win second straight title
1 year, 2 months ago

WNBA: Aces defeats Liberty to win second straight title

The Hindu  

The Las Vegas Aces won its second consecutive WNBA title on Wednesday after beating the New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4 of the Finals. New York had appeared on track to keep their first Finals campaign in 21 years alive against a depleted Aces roster but an error-filled second half cost them dearly. New York had a commanding lead …

WNBA Finals: Aces become first repeat champs in 21 years, beat Liberty in Game 4
1 year, 2 months ago

WNBA Finals: Aces become first repeat champs in 21 years, beat Liberty in Game 4

LA Times  

Las Vegas’ A’ja Wilson drives to the basket as New York’s Stefanie Dolson and Courtney Vandersloot defend during Game 4 of the WNBA Finals on Wednesday in New York. The Las Vegas Aces became the first team in 21 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships, getting 24 points and 16 rebounds from A’ja Wilson and a defensive stop in the …

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 …

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