New York Liberty star Breanna Stewart has a golden opportunity to complete her redemption tour as the franchise aims for its first championship when the WNBA Finals tip off Thursday.
The Liberty lost to the Las Vegas Aces in the Finals last year, Stewart’s first season with the team.
1 overall pick, struggled during the postseason run, averaging career playoff worsts in points per game and field-goal percentage.
She especially struggled in the championship round, averaging only 16.3 points per game on 36.2% shooting from the field.
“No matter what, it’s a really tough time,” Stewart said the night New York clinched a Finals berth.
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