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New York Liberty Open Title Defense with Victory and Championship Celebration

The Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces 92-78 after raising their first championship banner and receiving rings at Barclays Center.

May 17, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson (22) grabs a rebound in front of New York Liberty center Nyara Sabally (8) in the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images
Sabrina Ionescu #20 of the New York Liberty drives against Jackie Young #0 of the Las Vegas Aces in the third quarter of Game Four of the 2024 WNBA Playoffs semifinals at Michelob ULTRA Arena on October 06, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Liberty defeated the Aces 76-62 to win the series three games to one.
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May 17, 2025; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Las Vegas Aces guard Chelsea Gray (12) drives past New York Liberty center Jonquel Jones (35) in the first quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The New York Liberty began their 2025 WNBA season with a 92-78 win over the Las Vegas Aces, showcasing their core stars Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones.
  • Before the game, the franchise celebrated its 2024 championship with a banner-raising and ring ceremony, marking its first WNBA title in 28 years of existence.
  • The Liberty finalized their 12-player roster ahead of the season opener, adding key veterans Natasha Cloud and Isabelle Harrison while suspending Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's contract due to a season-ending knee injury.
  • The victory against the Aces, a team they eliminated in last year’s playoffs, reinforces the Liberty’s status as title favorites for a potential back-to-back championship run.
  • Head coach Sandy Brondello emphasized the team’s focus on improving chemistry and implementing a positionless, five-out offense as they navigate the league’s longest-ever 44-game season.