Breanna Stewart Re-Signs with Liberty to Anchor 2025 Title Defense
The two-time MVP returns on a one-year deal, solidifying New York’s championship-winning core for another season.
- Breanna Stewart has officially re-signed with the New York Liberty on a one-year, $208,400 guaranteed contract for the 2025 WNBA season.
- The Liberty used their core designation on Stewart for the second consecutive year, ensuring she cannot be designated again under the current collective bargaining agreement.
- Stewart opted for a salary below the supermax threshold to provide financial flexibility for the Liberty to strengthen their roster.
- Key players from the 2024 championship team, including Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones, remain with the Liberty despite some notable departures.
- The Liberty bolstered their roster by acquiring Natasha Cloud via trade and re-signing Marine Johannès, positioning themselves as strong contenders for back-to-back titles.