Breanna Stewart powers New York Liberty past Connecticut Sun
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Updated · Bleacher Report · May 9
Breanna Stewart powers New York Liberty past Connecticut Sun
11 articles · Updated · Bleacher Report · May 9
On WNBA opening night, Stewart posted 31 points and 10 rebounds in a 106-75 win, becoming the second-fastest player to reach 6,000 career points.
New York scored 66 first-half points despite missing Sabrina Ionescu, Rebecca Allen and Satou Sabally, while hardship signing Julie Vanloo added 12 points and 11 assists.
Elsewhere, Washington beat expansion Toronto 68-65 in the Tempo's debut, and Golden State defeated Seattle 91-80 but awaited injury updates on Tiffany Hayes and Cecilia Zandalasini.
As the WNBA expands with a $2.2B media deal, can it ensure competitive balance and avoid diluting its talent pool?
How will the new emphasis on foul calls change defensive strategies and the physicality of the WNBA game this season?
Beyond their historic debut, what challenges face the WNBA's first international team in building a loyal Canadian fanbase?