If the New York Liberty want to win the franchise’s first WNBA title, it will have to come at home. There were moments Friday when it felt like the Liberty had it. But they didn’t. Partly because of Minnesota’s efforts and partly because they couldn’t seem to get out of their own way.
There’s a lot of pressure that comes with a team seeking its first championship, especially with this roster. Following the 2022 season, the offseason was all about the New York Liberty. When they traded for Jonquel Jones and signed Breanna Stewart and Courtney Vandersloot, New York instantly became the team to beat.