Liberty Dominates Aces to Clinch WNBA Commissioner's Cup!

The New York Liberty clinched their second Commissioner's Cup championship, defeating rival Las Vegas Aces 93-85 on Tuesday night at Barclays Center. This victory makes the Liberty the first franchise to win multiple Commissioner's Cup titles since the in-season tournament's inception in 2021, showcasing the dynamic star power and growing cohesion of their roster.

A pivotal force in the Liberty's win was the formidable duo of Sabrina Ionescu and Breanna Stewart, who combined for 51 points. Stewart was named the Commissioner's Cup MVP, marking her third Cup title overall (having won with the Seattle Storm in 2021 and Liberty in 2023) and becoming the first player to earn multiple Cup MVP honors. Stewart's impactful performance included 25 points, 11 rebounds, four assists, two steals, and two blocks, an outsized contribution across multiple facets of the game.

Sabrina Ionescu's performance was particularly notable, serving as a powerful declaration of her return to form after a challenging start to the 2026 season. Sidelined by a back injury for much of the first five weeks and having dealt with a foot injury earlier in the year, Ionescu patiently navigated her recovery, heeding advice from teammate Breanna Stewart to avoid rushing back. In only her eighth game since returning, Ionescu exploded for a season-high 26 points, including five of the Liberty's seven three-pointers, most notably a dagger shot with 15.7 seconds left to seal the win. She also contributed five rebounds and five assists, prompting Aces coach Becky Hammon to commend her ability to perform in