Despite a heroic effort from an ailing Breanna Stewart, excessive misfires from deep ended the Liberty's first postseason championship defense, as the Phoenix Mercury took the third and final game of an opening round set by a 79-73 final to procure advancement to the WNBA's final four.

As the New York Liberty prepare for their playoff opener against the Phoenix Mercury on September 14, Breanna Stewart is voicing concerns that reach far beyond the court. The 2023