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The New York Liberty fired head coach Sandy Brondello after a disappointing season despite winning the previous WNBA title, citing a need for evolution and a long-term vision, with the team now seeking a coach with NBA experience to lead the team forward.
The New York Liberty have decided not to renew head coach Sandy Brondello's contract after a disappointing season and first-round playoff exit, despite her successful record and championships, due to concerns over team performance and coaching effectiveness, highlighting a shift towards higher standards in the evolving WNBA landscape.
The New York Liberty will not renew head coach Sandy Brondello's contract after she led the team to its first WNBA championship in 2024, despite a challenging season marked by injuries and a first-round playoff loss. Brondello, the franchise's winningest coach, expressed gratitude for her tenure, and the team acknowledged her significant impact.
Alyssa Thomas led the Phoenix Mercury to a playoff series victory over the New York Liberty with a historic triple-double, showcasing her all-around impact in a high-stakes game, as Mercury prepare for a challenging semifinal against the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx.
The New York Liberty's playoff game against the Phoenix Mercury was marred by injuries, notably Breanna Stewart's knee injury, which could jeopardize their series prospects. Stewart, already hampered by multiple injuries this season, showed resilience but appeared visibly hurt, raising concerns about her availability for future games. The team's performance was inconsistent, and the season's injury toll suggests ongoing challenges ahead.
The article details a day in the life of WNBA players and couple Natasha Cloud and Isabelle Harrison, highlighting their routines, workouts, relationship dynamics, and how they balance their personal and professional lives while playing for the New York Liberty.
The article ranks the top four WNBA teams most likely to win the championship this season, highlighting the Minnesota Lynx as the top contender due to their strong performance and team depth, followed by the New York Liberty, Las Vegas Aces, and Atlanta Dream, each with their own recent successes and key players. The article also mentions honorable mentions like the Phoenix Mercury and Seattle Storm.
A man from Ohio was arrested for throwing a sex toy onto the court during a WNBA game, hitting a 12-year-old girl, and faces assault charges. The incident occurred at a Brooklyn game and is part of a series of similar disruptions at WNBA events this summer.
Caitlin Clark is unlikely to play when the Indiana Fever face the New York Liberty due to a groin injury, with team officials taking a cautious approach to her recovery as she continues treatment and evaluation.
Kayla Thornton has been selected by the Golden State Valkyries in the 2025 WNBA expansion draft, ending her tenure with the New York Liberty. Thornton, a key role player in the Liberty's 2024 championship win, will bring experience to the Valkyries' young roster. The Liberty protected their core players, leaving Thornton exposed. Despite her departure, the Liberty are set to retain most of their championship roster, with Breanna Stewart expected to re-sign.
The New York Liberty have reclaimed the top spot in ESPN's WNBA Power Rankings after an undefeated week, while the Indiana Fever have jumped to fifth place. The Connecticut Sun remain in second place following a significant win over the Phoenix Mercury. The Las Vegas Aces and Seattle Storm also moved up in the rankings, while the Minnesota Lynx and Atlanta Dream dropped. The league will soon pause for the All-Star Game and Paris Olympics, with many WNBA players participating in the international event.
Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese's record double-double streak ended at 15 games in an 81-67 loss to the New York Liberty. Despite being heavily defended and falling short by two points, Reese's performance, including 16 rebounds, was celebrated by fans. Reese has been a standout, leading the league in rebounds as a rookie, and her efforts are crucial as the Sky fight for a playoff spot.
Indiana Fever rookie Caitlin Clark revealed she ruptured her eardrum after running into a screen during a game against the New York Liberty. Despite the injury, she did not miss any games and continued to play, contributing significantly to her team's recent success.
The WNBA has rescinded one of Angel Reese's technical fouls from a game against the New York Liberty, reducing her fine from $400 to $200. Reese was ejected after receiving a double technical for "disrespectfully addressing" an official and "waving her hand in dismissal." Lonzo Ball has offered to pay Reese's fines, showing support for the rookie player.
The WNBA has rescinded the second technical foul that led to Chicago Sky rookie Angel Reese's ejection in a game against the New York Liberty. The ejection occurred after Reese protested a personal foul call and made a dismissive hand gesture towards the referee. The recension saves Reese from a $200 fine and reduces her risk of suspension, as she now has only one technical foul on her record for the season.