Liberty struggle as playoff hopes diminish following loss to Valkyries
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:36 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The New York Liberty faced a challenging game against the Golden State Valkyries, suffering a 79-60 defeat on Thursday night. This loss marks a setback for the team, which was optimistic after clinching a postseason spot. Despite significant players like Leonie Fiebich returning, the Liberty have struggled to maintain momentum, winning only 10 of their last 17 games. With just one game remaining before the FIBA break, they will host the Chicago Sky on Saturday.
- •Liberty loss to Valkyries drops record to 23-16.
- •Leonie Fiebich returned, but team struggles continue.
- •Liberty clinched postseason spot despite recent losses.
- •Chicago Sky visit Liberty on Saturday at 1 PM ET.
- •Team was once favored to win the WNBA championship.
- 10:36 PMCBS Sports — What's wrong with the Liberty? Preseason WNBA title favorites running out of time to salvage 2026 season
"The Liberty have a chance to go into the FIBA break on a positive note when they host the Sky on Saturday on CBS and Paramount+
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