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Sabrina Ionescu Ruled Out for New York Liberty's Season Opener: Report

Sabrina Ionescu Ruled Out for New York Liberty's Season Opener: Report

Summary

Sabrina Ionescu, a key player for the New York Liberty basketball team, has a left foot injury and will miss at least the first four games of the WNBA season. The team recently hired a new head coach and hopes to build on last season despite injury setbacks.

Key Facts

  • The New York Liberty were last season’s WNBA champions.
  • Sabrina Ionescu injured her left foot during a preseason game.
  • She will miss the first four regular season games and be re-evaluated in two weeks.
  • The Liberty hired Chris DeMarco as their new head coach in November.
  • Ionescu, along with teammates Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones, re-signed with the Liberty.
  • The Liberty added former Phoenix Mercury player Satou Sabally to their roster.
  • The Liberty open their 2026 season on May 8 against the Connecticut Sun.
  • Last season, injuries affected the Liberty’s playoff performance despite a strong start.
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