The New York Liberty are making a strong statement as they aim for their second consecutive WNBA Championship this season. On Sunday, they crushed the Connecticut Sun with a commanding 100-52 victory, tying a league record with 19 three-pointers, including four from star player Sabrina Ionescu.
During the game, Liberty successfully challenged a foul call on Ionescu when Sun’s Marina Mabry attempted a three-pointer. Ionescu, confident in her innocence, celebrated the overturned call and credited coach Sandy Brondello for trusting her judgment. “I knew I didn’t foul her,” Ionescu said. Brondello echoed that trust in Ionescu’s instincts.
New York dominated early, leading 31-13 after the first quarter and maintaining control throughout the game. Connecticut struggled offensively, shooting only 31.1% and conceding 29 fast break points. Alongside the Minnesota Lynx, New York remains undefeated in the WNBA.
So far this season, Ionescu is averaging 17.8 points, 4.7 assists, and 4.7 rebounds, positioning her for a potential fourth consecutive All-Star appearance and possibly another All-WNBA team selection. Sunday’s game also marked New York’s first Commissioners’ Cup contest, with another matchup against the Washington Mystics set for Thursday as the tournament progresses.
Fan Take: This dominant performance by New York Liberty highlights their growing strength and cohesion, making them a thrilling team to watch this season. For WNBA fans, it signals an exciting championship chase and underscores the league’s increasing competitiveness and talent depth, promising an elevated profile for women’s basketball.
