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Jonquel Jones addresses viral comments after All-Star Game MVP win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:23 PM

Last updated Jul 27, 2026

Jonquel Jones addresses viral comments after All-Star Game MVP win
Summary

Jonquel Jones, center for the New York Liberty, apologized for controversial remarks made during a Studbudz livestream, where she expressed the belief that her current team didn't deserve to win the 2024 title. Following her MVP performance at the All-Star Game, she teared up while clarifying her comments, stating they were misinterpreted and emphasized the importance of the Liberty and their efforts. The remarks gained attention amid the backdrop of the Liberty's victory in the 2024 Finals, which had its own officiating controversies and criticism from the Minnesota Lynx. Jones took accountability for her words, expressing her love for New York and the team.

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  • •Jonquel Jones won the MVP at the All-Star Game on July 25.
  • •She stated that the Liberty didn't deserve the 2024 title during a livestream.
  • •Jones apologized and explained her comments were taken out of context.
  • •Her statements come after the Liberty's controversial 2024 Finals victory.
  • •Jones expressed her deep connection to the New York organization.
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  • 8:23 PMYahoo Sports — Jonquel Jones Breaks Down in Tears as She Addresses Her Controversial Studbudz Livestream Comment
What they're saying
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The New York Liberty star apologized for her comments, moments after she was named MVP of the All-Star Game

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