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Sabrina Ionescu hits winner, Liberty top Sky 96-95 in Chicago

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Jun 18, 2026

Sabrina Ionescu hits winner, Liberty top Sky 96-95 in Chicago

Summary

Sabrina Ionescu scored the decisive layup with 10 seconds remaining as the New York Liberty narrowly defeated the Chicago Sky, 96-95, in Chicago on June 17 during Commissioner’s Cup play. Jonquel Jones contributed 19 points and eight rebounds for the Liberty, who secured their eighth consecutive win. Rookie Sydney Taylor led the Sky with 24 points in her first career start. The game featured several lead changes in the final moments, with both teams showcasing strong performances. The Liberty will host the Washington Mystics next, while the Sky face the Dallas Wings.

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By the Numbers

•Ionescu's layup clinched the victory with 10 seconds left.
•Jones finished with 19 points and 8 rebounds.
•Sydney Taylor scored 24 points in her first start for the Sky.
•Liberty improve to a perfect record in the Commissioner’s Cup against Eastern teams.
•Next, Liberty play the Washington Mystics; Sky visit the Dallas Wings.

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2:35 AMYahoo Sports — Sabrina Ionescu hits winner and Jonquel Jones scores 19 as Liberty beat Sky 96-95

What they're saying

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Sabrina Ionescu hit the winning layup with 10 seconds remaining, Jonquel Jones scored 19 points and the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 96-95 on Wednesday night in Commissioner’s Cup play. Ionescu subbed back onto the floor with 15.6 seconds remaining, caught the ball and drove to the basket before finishing with her left hand to seal the Liberty's eighth-straight win. Jones hauled in eight rebounds and finished 6 for 9 from the field.
— Yahoo Sports

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