Sabrina Ionescu leads Liberty comeback against Sky in tight finish
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 1:38 AM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
Sabrina Ionescu helped the New York Liberty secure a comeback victory against the Chicago Sky, ending 95-94. Sydney Taylor's strong performance for the Sky, including 31 points, initially had her team poised for an upset. However, Ionescu's late-game heroics, including crucial baskets, turned the tide. A late foul by ex-Liberty player Courtney Vandersloot allowed Jonquel Jones to attempt a game-winning free throw, which sealed the win for New York as the teams head into the All-Star Break.
- •New York scores a comeback win over Chicago on July 22, 2026.
- •Sabrina Ionescu finished with 29 points, four rebounds, and four assists.
- •Sydney Taylor led the Sky with 31 points on 9-of-17 shooting.
- •Jonquel Jones secured the win with a late free throw.
- •Game was tied before late-game fouls and plays decided the outcome.
- 1:38 AMYahoo Sports — Sabrina Ionescu leads Liberty comeback as they top Sky
"At first, it looked like the hometown kid — Sky guard Sydney Taylor — would lift her team up to an upset road victory over the Liberty. But a slew of Sabrina Ionescu clutch plays — a deep bomb, three-point play and four-point play — put her team in position for a comeback victory. It appeared New York was still in position for a loss, though, on Chicago’ final possession as ex-Liberty guard ...
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