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Stewart, Ionescu Power Liberty Past Sparks
31 Jul
Summary
- Breanna Stewart scored 29 points, including 19 in the second half.
- Sabrina Ionescu netted 27 points with five 3-pointers.
- Los Angeles Sparks have now lost six consecutive games.
The New York Liberty edged out the Los Angeles Sparks with a close 113-109 win on Tuesday night. Breanna Stewart was instrumental, scoring 29 points, with 19 of those coming in the second half after the Liberty trailed at halftime. Stewart's performance also included seven assists, four rebounds, and four steals.
Sabrina Ionescu was another key scorer for the Liberty, adding 27 points, including five 3-pointers, and had a strong first quarter to establish an early lead. New York's reserves also contributed significantly, with Rebekah Gardner scoring 15 points and Han Xu and Marine Fauthoux each adding 13.
The Los Angeles Sparks, who have now lost six straight games and nine of their last eleven, were led by Rae Burrell's 24 points. Nneka Ogwumike also had a notable performance with 21 points and nine assists. Despite comebacks and lead changes, the Liberty managed to maintain a crucial lead in the final minutes to secure the victory.
