US EditionLiberty's Sabrina Ionescu Jokingly Compares Breanna Stewart to NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- The New York Liberty defeated the Golden State Valkyries 82-77 on Thursday, led by forward Breanna Stewart's performance.
- Stewart drew 16 fouls during the game, prompting a question to coach Sandy Brondello about such a high free throw count.
- After the game, Sabrina Ionescu humorously likened Breanna Stewart’s number of free throw attempts to that of NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is known for drawing many fouls.
- Stewart delivered a strong performance with 27 points, grabbing seven boards, dishing out four assists, blocking three shots, and making two steals, while Ionescu subtly referenced 'SGA' in response to questions about free throw attempts.
- The Liberty improved to a 5-0 start and look ready to defend their championship, while Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder await the NBA Finals opponent.
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Herald Bulletin
New York visits Washington after Stewart's 27-point performance
New York visits the Washington Mystics after Breanna Stewart scored 27 points in the Liberty's 82-77 win against the Golden State Valkyries. Friday's matchup is the first of the season between the two teams. Washington is 2- at home, and…
Rockdale Citizen & Newton Citizen
Breanna Stewart nets 27 as Liberty nip Valkyries
Breanna Stewart scored 18 of her game-high 27 points in the second half and the New York Liberty's 3-point shooting propelled them to an 82-77 win over the Golden State Valkyries in Brooklyn on Thursday.
“She Knows Ball Folks”- Sabrina Ionescu Caused Major Stir With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Jab Over Thunder Star’s Free Throw Antics
Sabrina Ionescu recently made waves in the basketball community with a playful jab at Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who is tagged as a "free throw merchant" for his skillful foul-drawing during games. Despite this label, Gilgeous-Alexander has led the Oklahoma City Thunder to the NBA Finals after defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves. Ionescu highlighted Gilgeous-Alexander's ability to draw fouls during an interview, leading to a flurry of reactions o…
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