The New York Liberty Might Be In Trouble
Summary
The New York Liberty started the 2026 WNBA season as favorites but have struggled recently, losing four of five games after a strong opening win. Injuries and illness to key players have limited the time their top stars have played together, causing early difficulties as the team adjusts under a new coach.Key Facts
- The Liberty won their season opener 106-75 against the Connecticut Sun.
- Since then, they lost four of their next five games.
- The team’s "Big 4" stars — Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu, and Satou Sabally — have only played one game together so far.
- Ionescu missed the first five games due to a left foot injury; Sabally missed four games because of a cyst.
- The Liberty lost a recent game to the expansion team Portland Fire, finishing the season series 2-1 against them.
- Stewart, a two-time MVP, said the team is learning and expects ups and downs before they gel.
- Last season, injuries also hurt the Liberty, leading to an early playoff exit despite a good start.
- If injuries and illness clear up by mid-season, the Liberty still have a strong chance to win the championship.
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