LOS ANGELES — Breanna Stewart’s elite talent demands that the Liberty move beyond mere speculation and act decisively at the trade deadline.
She remains among the WNBA’s top two players and could be a dark horse candidate for her first Defensive Player of the Year award if New York’s overall defensive effort sharpens.
For too long, she has been asked to single-handedly carry an injury-plagued New York franchise.
With Sabrina Ionescu recently rediscovering her rhythm and Jonquel Jones delivering an All-Star-caliber first half, the foundation is there.