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Hillary Clinton attends Liberty vs. Storm game at Barclays Center

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:15 AM

Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Hillary Clinton attends Liberty vs. Storm game at Barclays Center

Summary

The New York Liberty celebrated their back-to-back victories after defeating the Seattle Storm on August 3, 2026. The game at Barclays Center featured former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton sitting courtside, generating buzz on social media. Liberty players Jonquel Jones, Breanna Stewart, and Sabrina Ionescu greeted Clinton before the game, capturing the moment in a viral clip. Stewart led the Liberty with 24 points while Jones added 20. The presence of political figures has been a recurring theme in the WNBA this season.

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By the Numbers

•Liberty win their second straight game, defeating Storm 95-83.
•Hillary Clinton was a notable courtside guest at the game.
•Stewart scored 24 points leading the Liberty.
•Clinton interacted with Liberty stars before the game.
•This marks a pattern of political figures attending WNBA games.

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6:15 AMYahoo Sports — “Legend behavior”, “What a midseason arc for America” – WNBA Fans Surprised as Hillary Clinton Attends Liberty vs. Storm Game At Barclays Center

What they're saying

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The New York Liberty secured back-to-back victories when they beat the Seattle Storm on Monday. This win, however, may have taken a backseat to the high-profile guest who sat courtside at Barclays Center.
— Yahoo Sports

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