Tag: New York Liberty

Liberty Timeout Controversy Overshadows Game 2 Loss

Brandon King

The New York Liberty were 4.3 seconds away from potentially forcing a second overtime. Instead, they left Atlanta with a devastating 101-98 overtime loss—and a controversy that could follow this semifinal series all the way back to Brooklyn. After Angel Reese knocked down two free throws to put Atlanta ahead by three, New York appeared to have one final opportunity to advance the ball and create a much better look at a tying 3-pointer. But the Liberty didn’t use their reset timeout. Breanna Stewart says there was a reason. She…

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Atlanta Dream Stun Liberty 101-98 in OT, Take Commanding 2-0 Semifinals Lead

Brandon King

Image via ESPN The Atlanta Dream are one win away from the WNBA Finals. 🔥 Atlanta delivered another statement performance Wednesday night, defeating the New York Liberty 101-98 in overtime to take a commanding 2-0 lead in their WNBA semifinals series. The Dream are now just one victory away from advancing to the WNBA Finals, while the defending champion Liberty face elimination. DREAM WIN A THRILLER Atlanta and New York traded punches throughout a wild Game 2 before the Dream ultimately prevailed in overtime. Angel Reese once again made her…

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Atlanta Dream Defeat New York Liberty 92–82 in Game 1 of WNBA Semifinals

Brandon King

The Atlanta Dream came out swinging in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, overcoming a halftime deficit and an injury to Allisha Gray to defeat the New York Liberty 92–82 on Sunday at State Farm Arena. Atlanta now leads the best-of-five semifinal series 1–0. The Liberty led 40–37 at halftime, but the Dream completely flipped the game in the third quarter. Atlanta exploded for 32 points while holding New York to just 15, turning a three-point deficit into a 69–55 advantage entering the fourth. The Dream’s defense was the difference.…

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BREAKING: NEW YORK LIBERTY ELIMINATE NO. 1 LYNX, BECOME FIRST NO. 8 SEED TO DO IT

Brandon King

The New York Liberty just made WNBA playoff history. The No. 8-seeded Liberty defeated the No. 1 Minnesota Lynx 87-71 Tuesday night at Barclays Center, completing a 2-0 first-round sweep and becoming the first No. 8 seed in WNBA history to eliminate a No. 1 seed. (New York Post⁠) New York controlled the game from the opening tip, taking a 26-21 lead after the first quarter and extending the advantage to 49-37 at halftime. The Liberty maintained a 68-56 lead entering the fourth quarter before closing out the Lynx. The…

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Satou Sabally Out for Remainder of 2026 WNBA Season With Head Injury

Brandon King

The New York Liberty have suffered a major blow heading into the final stretch of the 2026 WNBA season. Liberty forward Satou Sabally will miss the remainder of the 2026 season, including the playoffs, as she continues to recover from a head injury suffered June 23 against the Las Vegas Aces. Sabally has been sidelined since the June matchup after taking a blow to the head and face while competing for a rebound. She attempted to return to the game but ultimately exited after playing just eight minutes. The injury…

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New York Liberty Survive Fever Rally 109-102 Behind Clutch Finish and Leonie Fiebich’s Return

Brandon King

The New York Liberty survived a furious Indiana Fever rally Saturday night, defeating the Fever 109-102 at Barclays Center in a game that came down to the final two minutes. Breanna Stewart scored 22 points, while Leonie Fiebich made an immediate impact in her return from a lengthy absence, finishing with 20 points, five rebounds and five assists as New York improved to 23-15 on the season. Jonquel Jones added 19 points and 10 rebounds. (CBS Sports⁠) For the Liberty, it was an important response after Indiana had won the…

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Satou Sabally Steps Away From Liberty to Focus on Concussion Recovery

Brandon King

New York Liberty forward Satou Sabally is stepping away from the team as she continues recovering from the concussion she suffered on June 23, head coach Chris DeMarco announced Thursday. Although Sabally has officially cleared the WNBA’s concussion protocol, she said she is still experiencing lingering effects from the injury. DeMarco emphasized that the organization’s priority is ensuring the veteran forward returns only when she feels fully healthy, especially after sustaining her second significant head injury within the past year. “Health will always be the focus,” DeMarco said, adding that…

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Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Waived by New York Liberty

Brandon King

The New York Liberty have officially waived veteran forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, the team announced Thursday, ending a successful run that included helping the franchise capture its first WNBA championship. Laney-Hamilton joined the Liberty ahead of the 2021 season and quickly established herself as one of the team’s most dependable two-way players. Her defensive versatility, perimeter shooting, and veteran leadership played a significant role in transforming New York into one of the WNBA’s elite franchises. After missing the entire 2025 season while recovering from a knee injury, Laney-Hamilton returned in 2026…

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Angel Reese ejected , Lonzo Ball offers to pay the fine

Brandon King

Angel Reese’s night ended a little earlier than expected. The Sky rookie was sent to the showers in the final minutes of Chicago’s 88-75 loss to the New York Liberty after an exchange with an official.  Even in this cupcake era, it seems inconceivable that Reese would suffer any further ramifications other than the ejection, however, if she is subject to any financial consequences she won’t have to personally foot the bill.  Bulls guard Lonzo Ball, who was in attendance at the Tuesday night matchup, was not a fan of…

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