NY Liberty vs. Toronto Tempo preview: Homecomings

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Starting to head in the right direction? The New York Liberty took on the Phoenix Mercury last Friday night at Barclays Center and came away with a grimy win. A win’s a win and this team needs them in the worst way, so they’ll take what they can.

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The opponent tonight is making a pretty good first impression. The Toronto Tempo have gotten off to a good start and improved to 5-4 on the season after beating the Seattle Storm on May 30.

Where to follow the game

USA Network is the place to be. Tip after 7:30 p.m. ET.

Injuries

Marine Fauthoux is making progress, but won’t be playing. Sabrina Ionescu is dealing with a back injury and the team hopes to have her back soon. She’s out tonight.

Temi Fagbenle and Isabelle Harrison are out.

The game

Tonight promises to be a special night. The Liberty will welcome Isabelle Harrison, Brian Lankton, Olaf Lange, and Sandy Brondello back to Brooklyn! They were all members of the 2024 championship squad and had plenty of great memories here in New York.

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“It’s going to be great,” Breanna Stewart said. “It’s going to be really welcoming for her. I think that the fans obviously love [her] and will always show respect to her anytime she comes back.”

There will be plenty of tributes, hugs, and good feelings tonight.

On the court, the Liberty will look to slow down an old nemesis. Marina Mabrey has fit in well with her new team and has historically given the Liberty fits over the years. Marina has a great chance to make the All Star team this year and can take games over at a moment’s notice. Having Leonie Fiebich and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton…

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Publish date : 2026-06-03 21:11:00

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