New York Liberty Clinch 2024 WNBA Playoff Berth Behind Best Start in Franchise History
Liberty's Strong Start Secures Postseason Spot
The New York Liberty have clinched a berth in the 2024 WNBA playoffs, marking a historic achievement for the franchise.
The Liberty's success this season stems from their impressive start, which is the best in franchise history.
Led by head coach Sandy Brondello, the Liberty have a 19-7 record, placing them second in the Eastern Conference.
Key Players and Performances
Several key players have contributed to the Liberty's success this season:
- Betnijah Laney: Averaging 17.8 points per game
- Sabrina Ionescu: Averaging 12.3 assists per game
- Stefanie Dolson: Averaging 9.8 rebounds per game
Strong Defense and Efficient Offense
The Liberty's success is attributed to their strong defense and efficient offense:
- Allowing an average of 78.5 points per game, third-lowest in the WNBA
- Shooting 47.3% from the field, second-highest in the WNBA
Playoff Implications
With their playoff berth secured, the Liberty now focus on improving their seeding and preparing for the postseason:
- Currently the second seed in the Eastern Conference
- Aiming to secure home-court advantage in the first round of the playoffs
Komentar