Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to a blowout win against the Connecticut Sun on Thursday, but all eyes were on Rhyne Howard as she achieved another historic career milestone. Howard, a veteran guard for the Dream, made a single three-pointer on the night, but that one shot put her in the WNBA history books for the 2026 season, as she crossed New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu for the most three-pointers made in a single season.
Rhyne Howard made WNBA history during the Atlanta Dream’s recent dominant victory over the Connecticut Sun. The Dream, who are looking to clinch a place in the top four of the table ahead of the Indiana Fever, secured an impressive 103-59 win on Thursday, during which Howard etched her name into the history books.
Rhyne Howard hit her 129th 3-pointer of the season Thursday against the Connecticut Sun, setting a WNBA single-season mark. Atlanta Dream wing Howard entered the night tied with Sabrina Ionescu at 128 triples but missed her first eight attempts from beyond the arc, finally connecting with 6:45 left to give her sole possession of the record. The fifth-year, four-time All-Star is just four days removed from winning a gold medal with Team USA at the FIBA World Championship. She not only leads the l
Rhyne Howard hit her 129th 3-pointer of the season Thursday against the Connecticut Sun, setting a WNBA single-season mark. Atlanta Dream wing Howard entered the night tied with Sabrina Ionescu at 128 triples but missed her first eight attempts from beyond the arc, finally connecting with 6:45 left to give her sole possession of the record. The fifth-year, four-time All-Star is just four days removed from winning a gold medal with Team USA at the FIBA World Championship. She not only leads the l
The WNBA is set to resume it season Thursday after a nearly three-week break for the women's FIBA World Cup. With over 50 players competing in the World Cup teams were left without many of their stars as they prepared for the final seven days of the regular season. “I think we have to understand we can’t use these next four games as an opportunity for excuses,” Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu said.
Current WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert revealed last week that this season would be her last before heading into retirement. She intends to remain in her position until the end of the calendar year in December 2026. That means once the 2027 WNBA season tips off, the league will have a new commissioner for the first time in eight years. And for […] The post Liberty news: Sabrina Ionescu reveals necessary priorities for new WNBA commissioner appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Current WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert revealed last week that this season would be her last before heading into retirement. She intends to remain in her position until the end of the calendar year in December 2026. That means once the 2027 WNBA season tips off, the league will have a new commissioner for the first time in eight years. And for […] The post Liberty news: Sabrina Ionescu reveals necessary priorities for new WNBA commissioner appeared first on ClutchPoints.
When asked about the biggest difference under the WNBA’s new CBA this season, Sabrina Ionescu has an easy answer. “You’re talking about how much we get paid?” Ionescu told Sportico reporter Sara Germano at Sportico’s RISE event Thursday in Manhattan, N.Y. “Everything that came with the new CBA impacts everyone in the league,” Ionescu said, …
When asked about the biggest difference under the WNBA’s new CBA this season, Sabrina Ionescu has an easy answer. “You’re talking about how much we get paid?” Ionescu told Sportico reporter Sara Germano at Sportico’s RISE event Thursday in Manhattan, N.Y. “Everything that came with the new CBA impacts everyone in the league,” Ionescu said, …
The departure of DeWanna Bonner from the Phoenix Mercury saw Alyssa Thomas step up even more for them as the 34-year-old forward led the way against the Toronto Tempo in their strong 101-69 win on Saturday. Ahead of the FIBA World Cup Break, Alyssa Thomas made everything click on offense for the Mercury after dishing [...]
The departure of DeWanna Bonner from the Phoenix Mercury saw Alyssa Thomas step up even more for them as the 34-year-old forward led the way against the Toronto Tempo in their strong 101-69 win on Saturday. Ahead of the FIBA World Cup Break, Alyssa Thomas made everything click on offense for the Mercury after dishing [...]
New York Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu might be on a scoring slump, but the 2024 WNBA champion remains unbothered as she knows there are plenty more games to get her groove back before the playoffs. Despite a big 85-66 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday, Ionescu was virtually absent for the night, only scoring two [...]
New York Liberty’s Sabrina Ionescu might be on a scoring slump, but the 2024 WNBA champion remains unbothered as she knows there are plenty more games to get her groove back before the playoffs. Despite a big 85-66 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday, Ionescu was virtually absent for the night, only scoring two [...]
The New York Liberty cruised into the FIBA World Cup break with a commanding 85-66 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday. However, despite a dominant team performance fueled by Han Xu, the spotlight shifted to four-time All-Star Sabrina Ionescu.
The New York Liberty cruised into the FIBA World Cup break with a commanding 85-66 win over the Chicago Sky on Saturday. However, despite a dominant team performance fueled by Han Xu, the spotlight shifted to four-time All-Star Sabrina Ionescu.
BROOKLYN, NY - AUGUST 27: Breanna Stewart #30 of the New York Liberty handles the ball during the game against the Golden State Valkyries on August 27, 2026 at Barclays Center Arena in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBA...
BROOKLYN, NY - AUGUST 27: Breanna Stewart #30 of the New York Liberty handles the ball during the game against the Golden State Valkyries on August 27, 2026 at Barclays Center Arena in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2026 NBAE(Photo by Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images) | NBA...
Cecilia Zandalasini scored 14 of her 20 points in the first half, Gabby Williams added 16 points and the Golden State Valkyries beat the New York Liberty 79-60 on Thursday night. Golden State (28-11) improved to 3-0 against New York this season — the only team the Liberty have not beaten this season. The Valkyries held the Liberty to 70, 67 and 60 points in three games, the three lowest-scoring games of the season for New York.
Cecilia Zandalasini scored 14 of her 20 points in the first half, Gabby Williams added 16 points and the Golden State Valkyries beat the New York Liberty 79-60 on Thursday night.
The Golden State Valkyries (27-11) face the New York Liberty (23-15) at Barclays Center on Thursday night in WNBA action. How to Watch Valkyries vs Liberty The Valkyries come in on a rare back-to-back, having beaten the Connecticut Sun 89-64…
More than 17,500 fans filled the Barclays Center on Saturday night for what was one of the most anticipated matchups of the week between the Indiana Fever and New York Liberty. And even though the game was being played in the heart of New York, Caitlin Clark and the Fever were reported to have plenty of support in the arena, with fans traveling across the country to see the star guard.
More than 17,500 fans filled the Barclays Center on Saturday night for what was one of the most anticipated matchups of the week between the Indiana Fever and New York Liberty. And even though the game was being played in the heart of New York, Caitlin Clark and the Fever were reported to have plenty of support in the arena, with fans traveling across the country to see the star guard.
Joe Buglewicz/Getty Images) | Getty Images There were two fun stretches in the New York Liberty’s otherwise irritating victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday afternoon. The first came in the second quarter, after the Liberty had spent the first quarter messing around against a really bad Sun team that was also missing Brittney Griner. But these 8-24 Sun had lost their most recent game by 35 points, primed to save some face and avoid embarrassment. The Liberty were missing Sabrina Ionescu,...
Joe Buglewicz/Getty Images) | Getty Images There were two fun stretches in the New York Liberty’s otherwise irritating victory over the Connecticut Sun on Sunday afternoon. The first came in the second quarter, after the Liberty had spent the first quarter messing around against a really bad Sun team that was also missing Brittney Griner. But these 8-24 Sun had lost their most recent game by 35 points, primed to save some face and avoid embarrassment. The Liberty were missing Sabrina Ionescu,...
Jonquel Jones scored 23 points and Marine Johannes keyed a fourth-quarter run to help the New York Liberty beat the Connecticut Sun 82-75 on Saturday. New York (22-14) played without Sabrina Ionescu, who tweaked her left ankle in a 85-81 win over Los Angeles on Thursday. Liberty Coach Chris DeMarco said before Saturday's game that Ionescu was day to day and they were being precautionary with her.
Brittney Griner and the Connecticut Sun suffered their sixth loss in the last seven games on Thursday, falling to 8-24 on the 2026 WNBA season after a 104-69 loss to Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream. Now, the Sun will look to bounce back on Saturday, hosting Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty. While it hasn't been the season many Connecticut fans were hoping for, Griner has still proven she has something left in the tank at the age of 35.
Brittney Griner and the Connecticut Sun suffered their sixth loss in the last seven games on Thursday, falling to 8-24 on the 2026 WNBA season after a 104-69 loss to Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream. Now, the Sun will look to bounce back on Saturday, hosting Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty. While it hasn't been the season many Connecticut fans were hoping for, Griner has still proven she has something left in the tank at the age of 35.
Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images I was worried about the New York Liberty on Thursday night. They played the 12-20 Los Angeles Sparks at home, just two days after getting embarrassed by the Indiana Fever on national television. Okay, maybe “embarrassed” is a strong word, but it was New York’s first game against a real good team in some time, and they got smoked. For those in the business of doubting the Liberty, Tuesday night turned a profit. The Sparks also played Tuesday night before ...
Catalina Fragoso/NBAE via Getty Images I was worried about the New York Liberty on Thursday night. They played the 12-20 Los Angeles Sparks at home, just two days after getting embarrassed by the Indiana Fever on national television. Okay, maybe “embarrassed” is a strong word, but it was New York’s first game against a real good team in some time, and they got smoked. For those in the business of doubting the Liberty, Tuesday night turned a profit. The Sparks also played Tuesday night before ...
Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points and the New York Liberty avoided one of the biggest collapses in WNBA history, holding off the Los Angeles Sparks 85-81 on Thursday night. New York (21-14) led 69-41 early in the fourth quarter and looked poised to cruise to an easy victory when Los Angeles scored 21 straight points to get within striking distance. The Sparks (12-21) only trailed 82-79 with 26.6 seconds left and were in position to match the Chicago Sky for the biggest comeback in league history.
Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points and the New York Liberty avoided one of the biggest collapses in WNBA history, holding off the Los Angeles Sparks 85-81 on Thursday night. New York (21-14) led 69-41 early in the fourth quarter and looked poised to cruise to an easy victory when Los Angeles scored 21 straight points to get within striking distance. The Sparks (12-21) only trailed 82-79 with 26.6 seconds left and were in position to match the Chicago Sky for the biggest comeback in league history.
Dick Vitale caught a glimpse of Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever's 21-12 win over Sabrina Ionescu and the New York Liberty on Tuesday, and the legendary basketball commentator was left impressed. Clark finished the game with her 29th career double-double, tallying 22 points on 7-of-15 shooting, four rebounds and 10 assists.