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06-04 07:30

97 - 82

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Toronto Tempo

New York Liberty

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2 points

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Free Throws

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TO85%

80%TO

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Ended97 - 82

10:00

Sabali vs. Jones (Fiebich gets the ball)

0-0

9:33

Juskätte vs. Fibich (Rice gets possession)

0-0

9:33

Johannes made a mistake while conceding a goal, which was intercepted by Jusket

0-0

9:29

Rice missed a two-point layup

0-0

9:27

Stewart defended the rebound

0-0

9:17

Jones hit a two-pointer

2-0

9:01

Sabali received an assist from Rice and hit a jumper

2-2

8:47

Ashiel missed a two-point shot

2-2

8:44

Juskette defended the rebound

2-2

8:34

Rice received an assist from Sabari and hit a pull-up jumper

2-4

8:22

Juskette committed a personal foul

2-4

8:15

Johannes received an assist from Astile and hit a three-pointer

5-4

7:55

Sykes missed a pull-up jumper

5-4

7:50

Jusket grabbed offensive rebounds

5-4

7:50

Juskette hit a two-pointer

5-6

7:34

Jones received an assist from Stewart and hit a three-pointer

8-6

7:21

Stewart committed a personal foul

8-6

7:14

Rice missed a pull-up jumper

8-6

7:11

Stewart defended the rebound

8-6

6:56

Stewart missed a three-pointer

8-6

6:54

The libero grabbed offensive rebounds

8-6

6:42

Ashiel missed a pull-up jumper

8-6

6:40

Marbury defensively rebounded

8-6

6:17

Rice made a passing error and the ball was stolen by Johannes

8-6

6:12

Johannes missed a pull-up jumper

8-6

6:07

Sabari defended the rebound

8-6

5:58

Sabali received an assist from Jusket and hit a three-pointer

8-9

5:48

Johannes received an assist from Stewart and hit a two-pointer

10-9

5:33

Sykes' foot's driving layup was blocked by Stewart

10-9

5:32

Stewart defended the rebound

10-9

5:30

Marbury committed a personal foul

10-9

5:18

Johannes made a passing error, and the ball was stolen by Sykes

10-9

5:09

Marbury's three-pointer missed with a stop-and-pop jumper

10-9

5:06

Jones defensively rebounded

10-9

4:57

Stewart's drifting shot missed

10-9

4:56

Sabari defended the rebound

10-9

4:34

Marbury scored on a driving layup

10-11

4:08

Stewart missed a two-point jumper

10-11

4:06

Jones grabbed offensive rebounds

10-11

4:04

Jones hit a two-pointer

12-11

3:58

Rice made a wrist flip error

12-11

3:58

Official pause

12-11

3:58

Libero substitutions: Sabari came on to replace Fiebich

12-11

3:58

Libero substitution: Gardner came in to replace Jones

12-11

3:58

Libero substitution: Han Xu came on to replace Astill

12-11

3:58

Rhythm was a substitution, with Koundé coming on to replace Juskate

12-11

3:58

Tempo substitutions: Alemande came on for Sabari

12-11

3:58

Tempo substitutions: Milic came on for Sykes

12-11

3:34

Johannes missed a three-pointer

12-11

3:33

The libero grabbed offensive rebounds

12-11

3:33

Libero committed a 24-second violation

12-11

3:20

Marbury's three-pointer missed with a stop-and-pop jumper

12-11

3:18

Han Xu defended the rebound

12-11

3:00

Sabali missed a three-pointer

12-11

2:58

Johannes grabbed offensive rebounds

12-11

2:56

Stewart missed a three-pointer

12-11

2:53

Rice defensively rebounded

12-11

2:41

Rice made a mistake and the ball was intercepted by Gardner

12-11

2:36

Gardner missed a two-point layup

12-11

2:33

Rice defensively rebounded

12-11

2:25

Milic received an assist from Marbury and hit a two-pointer

12-13

2:02

Sabari's foot-driven layup was blocked by Marbury

12-13

2:02

Tempo grabbed defensive rebounds

12-13

2:02

Libero substitution: Hamilton came in to replace Johannes

12-13

2:02

Libero substitution: Astil came on to replace Stewart

12-13

2:02

Rhythm substitutions: Ness came on to replace Rice

12-13

1:46

Astil committed a personal foul

12-13

1:46

Libero substitution: Jones came in to replace Gardner

12-13

1:39

Alemand's step-back jumper missed

12-13

1:37

Sabari defended the rebound

12-13

1:29

Koundé committed a kick violation

12-13

1:29

Tempo substitutions: Sykes came on to replace Marbury

12-13

1:22

Ashiel missed a two-point shot

12-13

1:18

Jones grabbed offensive rebounds

12-13

1:18

Jones missed a two-point shot

12-13

1:18

Jones grabbed offensive rebounds

12-13

1:17

Jones hit a two-pointer

14-13

1:04

Koundé received an assist from Sykes and hit a three-pointer

14-16

49.3

Sabari made a passing error, and the ball was stolen by Sykes

14-16

41.5

Sykes made a drifting shot

14-18

32.3

Jones received an assist from Astier and hit a three-pointer

17-18

22.5

Sabari committed a shooting foul

17-18

22.5

Koundé earned two free throws, with the first one going in

17-19

22.5

Koundé made the second free throw

17-20

5.0

Hamilton missed a three-pointer

17-20

1.2

Koundé defensively rebounded

17-20

0.0

End of the first quarter

17-20

Match Info

New York Liberty Dominate Toronto Tempo in WNBA Showdown

The New York Liberty delivered a commanding performance at home on June 4, 2026, defeating the expansion Toronto Tempo 97-82 in a Women's National Basketball Association clash. The Liberty improved their early-season record with a balanced offensive attack and stifling defense, while Toronto struggled to keep pace despite flashes of promise from their new-look roster.

Match Overview

From the opening tip, New York established control. The Liberty shot over 50% from the field and converted 12 of 26 three-point attempts, spreading the floor effectively against Toronto's zone looks. The Tempo, competing in their inaugural WNBA season, showed resilience in the second quarter, cutting the deficit to single digits, but New York's depth proved too much in the second half.

Key Moments

First Quarter Surge: The Liberty opened with a 12-2 run, led by point guard Sabrina Ionescu's early pace. Toronto called timeout but could not slow the tempo.
Toronto's Third-Quarter Push: The Tempo climbed within five points midway through the third, sparked by guard Aari McDonald's quick drives. But New York responded with an 8-0 spurt to restore a double-digit lead.
Fourth Quarter Clincher: Forward Breanna Stewart took over in the final period, scoring 10 of her game-high 28 points, including two dagger three-pointers that silenced Toronto's hopes of a comeback.

Standout Performers

Breanna Stewart (New York Liberty): The reigning WNBA MVP finished with 28 points, 11 rebounds, and 4 assists, dominating both ends of the floor. Her ability to score from all three levels made her unguardable for Toronto's frontcourt.

Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty): Ionescu recorded a double-double with 18 points and 10 assists, orchestrating the offense with precision. She also hit 4-of-7 from beyond the arc.

Aari McDonald (Toronto Tempo): The Tempo's leading scorer poured in 22 points on 9-of-19 shooting, plus 5 assists, showing the dynamic spark that Toronto hopes will anchor their future.

Game Impact

The victory kept New York near the top of the WNBA standings early in the 2026 season, reinforcing their status as championship favorites. For Toronto, the loss highlighted defensive lapses, but the team's ability to stay competitive for stretches suggests growth ahead. The Tempo will look to bounce back as they continue their debut campaign.

With the Liberty's star power and depth on full display, this contest served as a reminder of the gap between established powers and expansion teams – but also of the promise Toronto brings to the league.