New York Liberty beat the Phoenix Mercury 84-74 boosted by 23-0 third-quarter run

New York Liberty's Unstoppable Third Quarter Stuns Phoenix Mercury

Under the dazzling lights of New York, the Liberty powered past the Phoenix Mercury with an electrifying 23-0 run, securing an 84-74 victory in a gripping rematch from last season's first-round playoffs.

Game Changer

Marine Johannes shone with 21 points, thrilling the audience, while Jonquel Jones added 17, sparking a phenomenal third-quarter surge. With key players like Satou Sabally out due to illness, the team relied on the returning Betnijah Laney-Hamilton and Leonie Fiebich to steady their ranks.

Turning the Tides

The Liberty were lagging behind at 55-49 when Coach Chris DeMarco’s strategy clicked, as Jones’s 10 points helped close the third with a thunderous 23-0 spree, flipping the script on the Mercury's defense.

Ripple Effects

This spectacular revival shattered New York’s three-game losing streak, while the Mercury’s struggles continue with a fourth straight loss. Fans eagerly await the teams' Friday face-off, a much-anticipated sequel to this dramatic clash.