New York Liberty remains unbeaten as Commissioner’s Cup heats up
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 17, 2026, 9:51 PM
Last updated Jun 17, 2026

The New York Liberty continues its unbeaten run in the Eastern Conference during the Commissioner’s Cup. WNBA reporter Jackie Powell discussed the Liberty's strong performance and ongoing competition from the Minnesota Lynx and Las Vegas Aces in the Western Conference. Nneka Ogwumike, LA Sparks forward, addressed her return to the Sparks and the implications of the new CBA. With the schedule expanding to 50 games in 2027, the dynamics of the league are evolving. Upcoming matchups will offer further insights into the playoffs and championship potential.
- •New York Liberty is unbeaten in the Eastern Conference.
- •Minnesota Lynx and Las Vegas Aces are competing in the West.
- •Nneka Ogwumike discusses her return to LA Sparks.
- •Schedule expands to 50 games starting in 2027.
- •Upcoming matchups critical for playoff positioning.
- 9:51 PMYahoo Sports — Commissioner’s Cup check-in, Nneka Ogwumike on the CBA coming to fruition & New York Liberty’s surge explained
"Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton is joined by WNBA reporter, writer and podcaster Jackie Powell who dishes out the latest updates on all things Commissioner’s Cup. The duo dive into the New York Liberty’s unbeaten run through the Eastern Conference and debate who will emerge from the West: the Minnesota Lynx or the Las Vegas Aces.
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