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Jones vs. Malonga (Fibich gets possession)Fibich received an assist from Ionescu and hit a three-pointer
Seedman made a drifting shotLibero committed a 24-second violationTiam committed an offensive foulThiam committed an offensive foul and committed a turnoverFiebich's three-pointer missedMalonga defensively reboundedJohnson missed a two-point layupMalonga grabbed offensive reboundsMalonga hit a two-point shotJones received an assist from Astier and hit a three-pointerHideman missed a step-back three-pointerAstile's defensive reboundJones received an assist from Astil and scored a two-point layupMalunga received an assist from Melburn and scored on a layupHamilton missed a three-pointerMalonga defensively reboundedMelburn scored a two-point layupHamilton missed a drifting shotTiam defended the reboundJohnson scored on a driving layupIonescu's three-pointer missedThe Storm grabbed a defensive reboundMalonga received an assist from Melbourne and hit a three-pointerThe libero paused for a long timeoutThe Storm made substitutions, with Samuelson coming on to replace MelbourneJones scored on a driving layupTiam received an assist from Sidman and scored on a layupHamilton received an assist from Fiebich and hit a three-pointerJohnson missed a three-pointerSamuelson grabbed offensive reboundsJohnson received an assist from Samuelson and hit a two-point shotIonescu missed a jump shotSamuelson defended the reboundJohnson missed a three-pointerHamilton defensively reboundedHamilton missed a three-pointerThe libero grabbed offensive reboundsLibero substitution: Han Xu came on to replace AstillLibero substitution: Johannes came in to replace JonesHan Xu received an assist from Ionescu and scored on a layupSeedman hit a two-pointerJohannes made a passing error, and Johnson intercepted the ballMarlonga received an assist from Tiam and scored a two-point layupIonescu made a passing error, and the ball was intercepted by HidmanSeedman scored a two-point layupSeedman jumped ball violationLibero substitution: Astire came on to replace IonescuLibero made a substitution, Gardner came in to replace HamiltonFiebich received an assist from Gardner and hit a three-pointerHideman missed a two-point shotGardner defensively reboundedHan Xu received an assist from Fiebich and scored on a layupJohnson missed a two-point shotGardner defensively reboundedFibich received an assist from Gardner and hit a two-pointerHideman made a passing error while stepping on the lineThe Storm made substitutions, with Cook coming on to replace SeedmanThe Storm made substitutions, with Melburn coming in to replace JohnsonStorm made substitutions, with Dalson coming on to replace MalongaLibero substitution: Jones came in to replace FiebichJones missed a three-pointerSamuelson defended the reboundDawson's three-pointer missed from distanceJones defensively reboundedHan Xu received an assist from Jones and scored on a layupTiam hit a three-pointerJohannes missed a step-back three-pointerTiam defended the reboundMelburn's step-back jumper was blocked by GardnerSamuelson grabbed offensive reboundsSamuelson hit a two-pointerAstil's driving layup missedCook defended the reboundCook missed a pull-up jumperThe Storm grabbed the offensive rebound
End of the first quarterThe Seattle Storm delivered a commanding performance at home on June 26, 2026, defeating the New York Liberty 99–88 in a highly anticipated Women’s National Basketball Association matchup. The victory showcased the Storm’s depth and offensive firepower, as they outplayed one of the league’s premier teams in front of a roaring home crowd.
Match Overview
From the opening tip, Seattle set the tempo. The Storm’s fast-paced offense and aggressive defense forced the Liberty into early turnovers, allowing the home side to build a double-digit lead in the first quarter. New York, known for its high-scoring offense, struggled to contain Seattle’s ball movement and perimeter shooting. By halftime, the Storm held a comfortable 52–40 advantage.
The Liberty mounted a comeback in the third quarter, trimming the deficit to single digits thanks to sharp shooting from beyond the arc. However, Seattle’s resilience shone through. Key defensive stops and timely baskets in the fourth quarter sealed the 99–88 victory, improving the Storm’s record and sending a statement to the rest of the league.
Key Moments
- First-quarter surge: Seattle opened with a 14-2 run, forcing New York to play catch-up from the outset.
- Third-quarter push: The Liberty cut the lead to six points with five minutes left in the third, but the Storm answered with a 9-0 run to restore order.
- Clutch free throws: In the final two minutes, Seattle converted 8-of-8 from the free-throw line to ice the game.
Standout Players
Seattle Storm: The home team was led by a balanced attack. Guard Jewell Loyd poured in 28 points on 10-of-18 shooting, adding six assists and four rebounds. Forward Ezi Magbegor dominated the paint with 16 points, 12 rebounds, and three blocks. Off the bench, guard Sami Whitcomb provided a spark with 14 points, including four three-pointers.
New York Liberty: Breanna Stewart led the Liberty with 30 points and nine rebounds, continuing her MVP-caliber season. Sabrina Ionescu contributed 22 points and seven assists, but the team struggled with 15 turnovers that proved costly.
Season Impact
The win keeps Seattle firmly in playoff contention in the competitive WNBA standings. For New York, the loss snaps a three-game winning streak but leaves them still near the top of the league. The result also adds an intriguing chapter to the Storm-Liberty rivalry, with both teams expected to meet again in the postseason.
With this victory, Seattle demonstrated they can hang with the league’s elite, while New York will look to tighten their defense ahead of their next matchup. Fans of the WNBA will be watching closely as these two powerhouses continue their push toward the championship.