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Breanna Stewart's season-high 36 leads Liberty past league-best Lynx

All-Star starter Breanna Stewart scored a season-high 36 points as the host New York Liberty defeated the Minnesota Lynx 99-86 on Friday night. New York

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Revitalized Sabrina Ionescu leads Liberty vs. league-best Lynx

Sabrina Ionescu appears to be back, which is great news for her New York Liberty. The Liberty (12-8), who are set to play host to the Minnesota Lynx (15-4) on Friday night, are coming off a win over the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game.

Breanna Stewart News / HerSportsNation / July 2

Breanna Stewart Makes Heartwarming Promise After Liberty’s Commissioner’s Cup Win

The New York Liberty veteran Breanna Stewart has come up with a heartfelt plan to honor a certain group of players after the Liberty won the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup against the Las Vegas Aces 93-85.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Becky Hammon ‘stomps for A’ja Wilson,’ but she also loves Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu

The Las Vegas Aces suffered a heartbreaking fourth-quarter loss on Tuesday night. Vegas lost the Commissioner’s Cup final to New York 85-93 in a tight contest that came down to the final minutes.

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New York Liberty News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Sabrina Ionescu Refused Breanna Stewart's Commissioner's Cup MVP Offer

Sabrina Ionescu turned in a strong performance on Tuesday night, leading the New York Liberty to a 93-85 victory in the Commissioner's Cup final. The four-time WNBA All-Star led her team in scoring with 26 points on 9-of-19 shooting.

New York Liberty News / Swish Appeal / July 1

How the New York Liberty became the first two-time WNBA Commissioner’s Cup champions

The New York Liberty made history on Tuesday night in Brooklyn, beating the Las Vegas Aces 93-85 in the 2026 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup to become the first two-time Cup champions in league history.

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

Liberty’s Chris DeMarco explains Betnijah Laney-Hamilton’s healthy DNP in win vs. Aces

The New York Liberty gave the Big Apple another trophy after winning the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup on Tuesday. The Liberty staved off the Las Vegas Aces, 93-85, at Barclays Center.

New York Liberty News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / July 1

NY Liberty coach reveals celebration plan after 2nd straight Commissioner’s Cup title

The New York Liberty are champions again, and head coach Chris DeMarco made sure his team enjoyed every second of it. New York captured the 2026 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup on Tuesday, holding off the Las Vegas Aces 93-85 at Barclays Center.

Sabrina Ionescu News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu issues defiant message after winning WNBA Commissioner’s Cup

The New York Liberty won the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup for the second time after beating the Las Vegas Aces, 93-85, at Barclays Center on Tuesday. The Liberty banked on a 15-2 run in the fourth quarter to hold off the Aces, who clawed back from a 17-point deficit.

WNBA News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 30

Liberty hold off Aces in crunch time to win 2026 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup

The New York Liberty made history on Tuesday after becoming the first repeat champions of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. The Liberty held off the Las Vegas Aces, 93-98, at Barclays Center on Tuesday to rule the in-season tournament for the second time.

WNBA News / ESPN / June 30

Liberty top Aces; 1st to win 2 Commissioner's Cups...

Sabrina Ionescu scored 26 points, Breanna Stewart added 25 and the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 93-85 to win the WNBA Commissioner's Cup on Tuesday night.

WNBA News / Field Level Media / June 30

Liberty take down Aces for franchise's second Commissioner's Cup

Sabrina Ionescu scored 26 points, Breanna Stewart added 25 and the host New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces -- playing without A'ja Wilson -- to win the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship 93-85 on Tuesday night.

WNBA News / Women's Fastbreak on SI / June 30

How to Watch Liberty vs Aces: WNBA Commissioner's Cup at Stake

There is only one game on the WNBA schedule today—the Commissioner's Cup final. The New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces will face off in Brooklyn as each team emerged from their respective conference with the best record in cup play and they will now meet for the title.

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Jonquel Jones News / Swish Appeal / June 30

In the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup, Jonquel Jones is, once again, the X factor for the New York Liberty

When the New York Liberty won the 2023 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup, Jonquel Jones was the MVP. And when the Liberty won the 2024 WNBA championship, Jones, again, was the MVP.

Marine Johannes News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Liberty’s Marine Johannes becomes Unrivaled’s latest WNBA addition

The WNBA has seen a flurry of its players signing with offseason basketball leagues, and now Marine Johannes has joined that list. The New York Liberty star has signed a multiyear deal to play in Unrivaled’s third season, the three-on-three league announced Monday.

Satou Sabally News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Liberty’s Satou Sabally out for Commissioner’s Cup clash vs. Aces

The New York Liberty are set to take on the Las Vegas Aces on Tuesday for a matchup in the Commissioner’s Cup. However, the club will be without Satou Sabally, as she is dealing with an injury.

New York Liberty News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 29

Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu opens up on ‘learning experience’ amid post-injury slump

The New York Liberty suffered their fourth loss in five games after falling to the Golden State Valkyries, 76-67, at Chase Center on Sunday. Despite their strong lineup, the Liberty have yet to find their footing this season.

Jonquel Jones News / WNBA on ClutchPoints / June 26

Jonquel Jones hammers Liberty with NSFW response after loss to lowly Storm

The New York Liberty absorbed their third loss in four outings after getting upset by the Seattle Storm, 99-88, at Climate Pledge Arena on Thursday. The Storm snapped their 11-game losing streak.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Final Injury Report for Liberty-Storm: Will Satou Sabally, Ezi Magbegor Play?

The New York Liberty are on the road Thursday night as they travel to take on the Seattle Storm in an interconference matchup. New York enters Thursday’s game with a 12-6 record after defeating the Las Vegas Aces on the road Tuesday night.

New York Liberty News / HerSportsNation / June 24

Breanna Stewart Reveals How New York Will Maintain Momentum Leading Up to the 2026 Commissioner’s Cup

The New York Liberty emerged victors with an 87-76 away victory against the Las Vegas Aces in Michelob ULTRA Arena on Tuesday, and Breanna Stewart did not fail to put things into perspective as far as the Commissioner’s Cup Championship is concerned.

Natasha Cloud News / Total Pro Sports / June 21

Natasha Cloud’s Meltdown Silences Arena Crowd After Highly Animated Post-Game Frustration Caught on Camera

After a loss against the Atlanta Dream, Natasha Cloud came forward showing support to the team, claiming that they are improving per game. But after the most recent loss, against the Dallas Wings, the situation was completely opposite.

WNBA News / Athlon Sports / June 17

Final Injury Report for Liberty-Sky: Will Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, DiJonai Carrington Play?

The New York Liberty are on the road Wednesday night as they travel to take on the Chicago Sky in an Eastern Conference matchup as part of the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup.

New York Liberty News / Total Pro Sports / June 13

New York Liberty Faced With High-Stakes Scenario to Clinch Commissioner’s Cup Championship Spot

Not long ago, everyone was questioning the New York Liberty’s championship caliber following a poor start and new addition Satou Sabally’s early struggles.

WNBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12

Angel Reese sets WNBA record in revenge game against the Sky

Angel Reese gave her former team a reminder of what it has been missing since she left.

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New York Liberty News / Total Pro Sports / June 3

Breanna Stewart And Jonquel Jones Dodge Questions On Sandy Brondello’s Firing

After a slow start to the season, the New York Liberty is finally getting back on a winning streak. The team occupies second position in the Eastern Conference and won back-to-back games before the Commissioner’s Cup tip-off.