New York Liberty: Comprehensive Guide to the WNBA Team
About the New York Liberty
The New York Liberty are a professional women's basketball team based in Brooklyn, New York City. They compete in the Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA), which is the top level of women's basketball in the world.
The Liberty were founded in 1997 as one of the eight original WNBA teams. They have won two WNBA championships, in 1999 and 2000.
Home Arena and Ownership
The New York Liberty play their home games at the Barclays Center. The team is owned by Joe Tsai, who also owns the Brooklyn Nets.
Team History
The New York Liberty have been a competitive team throughout their history, making the playoffs 18 times in 25 seasons. They have won two WNBA championships, in 1999 and 2000, and have been to the WNBA Finals six times.
Some of the most famous players in Liberty history include:
- Teresa Weatherspoon
- Vickie Johnson
- Sue Wicks
- Cappie Pondexter
- Tina Charles
- Natasha Howard
Current Roster
The New York Liberty's current roster includes:
- Sabrina Ionescu
- Betnijah Laney
- Natasha Howard
- Han Xu
- Rebecca Allen
- Stefanie Dolson
- Marine Johannès
- DiDi Richards
- Lorela Cubaj
- Crystal Dangerfield
Head Coach
The head coach of the New York Liberty is Sandy Brondello. She is in her second season with the team.
2023 Season Outlook
The New York Liberty are looking to improve on their 13-21 record from last season. They have added several key players, including Sabrina Ionescu and Natasha Howard, and are hoping to make a run at the WNBA playoffs.