On Tuesday evening, Breanna Stewart showcased a dominant performance to help the New York Liberty extend their undefeated start to 4-0 this season. Stewart’s well-rounded effort was impressive overall, yet she humorously acknowledged her limited contribution in one statistical category despite her impact on the game.
The Liberty faced the WNBA’s newest team, the Golden State Valkyries, in their first matchup. Although the Valkyries have recently improved, they were decisively outmatched by New York, as the Liberty secured a commanding 95-67 victory on their home court.
Following the game, a fan posted a praise-filled message that highlighted both Stewart’s on-court excellence and her pregame outfit; Stewart shared the post herself, joking about the fact that she recorded only a single rebound despite her all-around showing.
Beyond the minimal rebounds, Stewart was a standout for New York, leading the team with 24 points and shooting an efficient 71.4% from the field. This performance reinforced the Liberty’s status as reigning champions who appear ready to defend their title without losing momentum.
Breanna Stewart Highlights Teammate’s Impact Following Victory Over Golden State
Although Stewart led the Liberty with a strong individual effort, she redirected attention to one of her teammates in her postgame remarks, emphasizing the team’s collective strength rather than personal accolades. Stewart praised guard Marine Johannes for her valuable contribution off the bench during the win.
Johannes, who played 21 minutes, was New York’s second-highest scorer with 18 points, demonstrating confidence and precision in her shots. Stewart commended her teammate’s fearless shooting despite defensive pressure, underscoring the Liberty’s depth as a major factor in their success.
“Our bench and our depth is going to kind of be what separates us from anyone else,” Stewart said. “We’re happy to see her shoot it with confidence. Some of those, I felt like the defender was right in her face.”
—Breanna Stewart, Forward
Marine Johannes, a familiar presence in New York since 2019, recently returned to the Liberty after competing with France’s national team ahead of the 2024 Olympics. Her return has bolstered the team’s reserve guard position, where she had distinguished herself as a key contributor before her hiatus.
Johannes was recognized as one of the league’s top sixth women in 2023, finishing fourth in Sixth Woman of the Year voting. Her continued impact off the bench reinforces the Liberty’s formidable depth chart loaded with both star talent and reliable reserves.
With a roster blending established stars like Stewart with skilled players such as Johannes, the New York Liberty remain a dominant force and a challenging opponent this season as they pursue consecutive championships.