The New York Liberty continued their impressive start to the WNBA season on Sunday by defeating the Connecticut Sun 100-52, marking the second-largest margin of victory in league history. This commanding win highlights how Sabrina Ionescu leads Liberty to historic win milestones as they aim to defend their championship title. The only larger margin remains Minnesota Lynx’s 59-point victory against Indiana Fever in 2017.
Key Players Sparkling in a High-Scoring Performance
Sabrina Ionescu was a standout, contributing 18 points in just 19 minutes on the court. She was supported by Breanna Stewart, Leonie Fiebich, and Jonquel Jones, each scoring 13 points. New York showcased remarkable accuracy, shooting 62.3 percent overall, with 59.4 percent from beyond the arc, and an 88.2 percent free-throw success rate. In contrast, the Connecticut Sun struggled offensively, with their leading scorers Tina Charles and Jacy Sheldon managing only 10 points each. Connecticut’s shooting percentage was a disappointing 31.1 percent, including just six successful three-pointers out of 28 attempts, dropping their season record to 1-6.
Liberty’s Exceptional Start to the Season Builds Momentum
With this win, the Liberty improved their record to a flawless 7-0, tying the best start in the franchise’s history. The team has shown dominance by accumulating five double-digit victories, including four with margins of 20 points or greater. Breanna Stewart has emerged as the team’s top scorer, averaging 19 points per game, while Sabrina Ionescu and Jonquel Jones follow closely with 17.8 and 16.2 points per game, respectively. Jones also contributes significantly on the boards, averaging 11.4 rebounds each game.
Outlook for the Remainder of the Season
While the season is still in its early stages, and variables like injuries and trades may affect the team, the Liberty appear poised for a strong regular season and a deep playoff run. Their next challenge comes against the Washington Mystics, where they will aim to maintain their perfect record and continue their pursuit of another championship.