US EditionEmma Meesseman Will Suit up for the Liberty Against the Sun
NEW YORK, AUG 1 – Emma Meesseman, a former WNBA Finals MVP, joins to strengthen New York Liberty's roster while Breanna Stewart recovers from injury, with the team aiming to improve their playoff positioning.
- On Friday, the New York Liberty announced they waived Jaylyn Sherrod and signed Emma Meesseman to their roster.
- Amid a three-game losing streak, the New York Liberty release Jaylyn Sherrod as Emma Meesseman prepares to join during 18 remaining games.
- The 32-year-old forward has helped Belgium win the EuroBasket title last month, qualifying for next year's World Cup, and led Fenerbahçe to two EuroLeague championships with three MVP awards.
- Despite her arrival, coach Sandy Brondello said she does not anticipate Meesseman playing Friday night and that she would only suit up in an emergency.
- With under six weeks until the playoffs, the Liberty add former WNBA Finals MVP Emma Meesseman, joining stars Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones.
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Emma Meesseman will suit up for the Liberty against the Sun
Emma Meesseman is ready to help the New York Liberty on their quest to repeat as WNBA champions. The 2019 WNBA Finals MVP will suit up for the team Friday night against the Connecticut Sun.
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Liberty release Jaylyn Sherrod with Emma Meesseman poised to join team
The Liberty announced the release of second-year guard Jaylyn Sherrod on Friday. Sherrod's release comes as the Liberty are preparing for the arrival of marquee free agent center Emma Meesseman, who is currently obtaining a work visa via her native Belgium.
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