In a thrilling WNBA matchup, the New York Liberty emerged victorious with an 88-75 win over the Chicago Sky on Tuesday night. The game was highlighted by Breanna Stewart's outstanding performance, as she scored a season-high 33 points and secured 14 rebounds to lead her team to victory.
The Liberty got off to a strong start, opening the game with a 21-6 run fueled by their sharpshooting from beyond the arc. New York's early dominance put them in control, but the Sky fought back in the second quarter, scoring 33 points to narrow the gap to 49-48 by halftime.
As the game progressed, tensions rose, leading to a pivotal moment in the fourth quarter when Chicago's rookie Angel Reese was ejected after receiving two technical fouls following an altercation with an official. Reese's absence was a blow to the Sky's efforts to mount a comeback.
New York seized the opportunity to pull away in the final quarter, going on a 15-2 run early on to extend their lead to 80-68. Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu played crucial roles in the Liberty's strong finish, with Ionescu contributing 24 points to complement Stewart's stellar performance.
Despite a valiant effort from Chicago, led by Chennedy Carter's 16 points and Reese's 13 points and 10 rebounds, the Liberty's resilience proved too much to overcome. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton added 14 points for New York, helping secure their fourth consecutive victory.
With this win, the Liberty improved their record to 8-2 and avenged a previous loss to Chicago earlier in the season. Jonquel Jones, who had a slow start but finished with five points and 12 rebounds, also made significant contributions to New York's success.
For the Sky, Marina Mabrey's 15 points and Elizabeth Williams' 10 points and eight rebounds were not enough to overcome the Liberty's strong performance. Kamilla Cardoso, who had an impressive debut in the WNBA, was limited to just one point in this game.
Overall, the New York Liberty's collective effort and Breanna Stewart's standout performance were instrumental in securing a well-deserved victory over the Chicago Sky, showcasing the team's potential for a successful season ahead.
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