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Aubrey Griffin - Plays two minutes off bench Griffin accumulated one rebound in two minutes during Thursday's 100-82 win over the Fire.

Impact Griffin signed a hardship deal with the Liberty ahead of Opening Night, and she's had limited playing time off the bench over the first week of the regular season. She's totaled two points and a rebound in seven minutes of playing time, and she could be at risk of losing her spot on the roster if Leonie Fiebich (overseas commitment) and Satou Sabally (cyst) are available for next Thursday's game against the Valkyries.

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Julie Vanloo - Tallies nine points off bench Vanloo amassed nine points (3-5 FG, 3-5 3Pt), four assists and one steal in 18 minutes during Thursday's 100-82 win over Portland.

Impact Vanloo posted a double-double during last Friday's 31-point win over Connecticut on Opening Night, but she hasn't seen as much usage in the three subsequent matchups. However, she was efficient off the bench during Thursday's victory and tied for the team lead in made three-pointers. The Liberty will have a week off before facing the Valkyries next Thursday, and Vanloo's workload could decrease slightly if Leonie Fiebich (overseas commitment) and Satou Sabally (cyst) are cleared to return.

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Alex Fowler - Totals 12 points in WNBA debut Fowler recorded 12 points (4-7 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one assist in 17 minutes during Thursday's 100-82 victory over the Fire.

Impact Fowler put pen to paper on a developmental contract with the Liberty earlier in the day Thursday, and it was reported shortly before tipoff that she'd be available against Portland. She held her own in her first taste of WNBA action, drilling a pair of treys to join Rebekah Gardner as the two New York bench players to end the night in double figures. Fowler can appear in 11 more games this season following Thursday's clash, so expect the Liberty to pick and choose their spots to deploy the 24-year-old.

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Marine Johannes - Tallies 11 dimes in win Johannes totaled three points (1-7 FG, 1-7 3Pt), three rebounds, 11 assists and two steals in 28 minutes during Thursday's 100-82 victory over Portland.

Impact Johannes was unable to find her shooting rhythm, but that didn't stop her from making an impact elsewhere. She made her mark by finding her teammates for buckets, resulting in a career-high 11 assists. Johannes was hitting at a clip of 48.3 percent from downtown in her first three appearances of the year heading into Thursday's dud, so she figures to have plenty of opportunities to bounce back heading into her next matchup May 21 against Golden State.

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Pauline Astier - Adds 20 points in victory Astier tallied 20 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three points, two assists and one steal in 22 minutes during Thursday's 100-82 win over Portland.

Impact Astier turned in yet another impressive scoring performance and has now put up 20 or more points in back-to-back games. She's looked incredibly comfortable through the first four appearances of her WNBA career, racking up 67 total points over this stretch. It remains to be seen how Astier will fit into the rotation once Sabrina Ionescu (foot) is cleared to return, but for now, fantasy managers have been enjoying strong production across the board from the rookie guard.

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Breanna Stewart - Continues stellar play Stewart finished with 22 points (8-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 28 minutes during Thursday's 100-82 win over the Fire.

Impact Stewart got off to a slow start in this one, but she found her groove in the second half. She put up 11 points in the third period, helping the Liberty carve out a comfortable lead. Stewart has enjoyed an elite start to 2026, as she's put up 20-plus points in three of four appearances while also securing two double-doubles during this span.

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Alex Fowler - Suiting up versus Portland Fowler (developmental contract) will suit up for Thursday's game against Portland, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact After being waived by the Liberty on May 6, Fowler landed a developmental contract with the team Thursday, making her eligible to appear in 12 regular-season contests. While New York has a lengthy injury report, Fowler still may not see action, considering Rebecca Allen (leg) is set to play after missing the first three games of the 2026 campaign.

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Rebecca Allen - Cleared to play Thursday night Allen (leg) is available for Thursday's game against Portland, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Allen didn't suit up in the Liberty's first three contests to begin the 2026 campaign. However, after increasing her activity level in recent practice sessions, she is now cleared to play. The 33-year-old appeared in 44 games for Chicago last season, averaging 5.1 points, 2.6 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.5 blocks across 18.7 minutes per contest. Allen's availability will presumably result in less work for Pauline Astier and Rebekah Gardner.

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Leonie Fiebich - Option exercised by New York The Liberty exercised their option with Fiebich (overseas commitment) on Thursday.

Impact Fiebich has missed the start of the 2026 WNBA regular season while finishing her season with Spanish club Valencia. Her team's finals begin Thursday, and she could rejoin the Liberty at some point next week. It isn't very surprising to see New York exercise Fiebich's option after she averaged 8.7 points, 3.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 28.1 minutes per game while serving exclusively as a starter across 37 regular-season appearances last year. The Liberty have been shorthanded to begin the year, and Fiebich could be in the mix for a starting role if Satou Sabally (cyst) is still sidelined once Fiebich returns to action.

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Alex Fowler - Rejoining Liberty The Liberty signed Fowler to a developmental contract Thursday.

Impact The Liberty waived Fowler during training camp, but it appears the two sides have negotiated a new deal. Fowler is now eligible to be available for 12 of New York's games this season.

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Rebecca Allen - Listed as questionable Allen (leg) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Fire.

Impact Head coach Chris DeMarco previously said he's hopeful that Allen would be able to give it a go, so she's trending in the right direction. If she's able to suit up Thursday, it's possible she faces some restrictions.

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Satou Sabally - Out once again Sabally (cyst) is out for Thursday's game against the Fire.

Impact Sabally will be sidelined for a fourth straight game and remains without a timetable. She's currently away from the team, and it's unclear if she will be back in time for New York's game against the Valkyries on May 21.

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Betnijah Laney-Hamilton - Encouraging start to season Laney-Hamilton supplied 10 points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes during Tuesday's 98-96 loss to the Fire.

Impact After missing all of last year due to left knee surgery, Laney-Hamilton has been thrust right into a starting role for the Liberty and doesn't seem to be facing noticeable restrictions. She has averaged 8.3 points, 2.3 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 26.0 minutes per contest over three games this season, but Laney-Hamilton's fantasy appeal could take a hit once New York gets a bit healthier.

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Marine Johannes - Does good work from distance Johannes logged 18 points (6-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, four assists and two steals across 33 minutes during Tuesday's 98-96 loss to Portland.

Impact Johannes was sharp from the field, and she was one of five Liberty players to record at least two made three-pointers. She also had a solid assist-to-turnover margin, while also helping out with two steals. She has registered at least 17 points and at least two steals in each of her three games, while knocking down a total of 14 three-pointers. She is getting extra run with Sabrina Ionescu (foot) and Satou Sabally (illness) sidelined, and Leonie Fiebich (overseas commitment) away from the team.

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Breanna Stewart - Records double-double in road loss Stewart produced 16 points (4-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and two steals in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 98-96 loss to the Fire.

Impact Stewart had a bit of an off night in the shooting department, including no makes from behind the arc. She made up for it with a game-high 10 rebounds, and she did tremendous work on the defensive end with the three blocks and two steals. Nine of her 10 rebounds were also at the defensive end, too. Stewart has at least nine rebounds in each of her three games this season.

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Pauline Astier - Racks up season-best 24 points Astier closed with 24 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, three assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 98-96 loss to the Fire.

Impact The rookie is getting an opportunity to start, as Sabrina Ionescu (foot) remains sidelined due to a left foot injury. Astier notched a season-high 24 points, and she is averaging 21.0 points and 5.0 rebounds with 5.0 assists in three games so far this season. She has recorded at least one steal in each contest, too, averaging 1.7 steals per game.

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Rebecca Allen - Hopeful to play Thursday Head coach Chris DeMarco said he's hopeful that Allen (leg) will be able to play in Thursday's rematch with the Fire, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact While Allen won't play Tuesday, she was a full participant at shootaround and DeMarco said she "looked good." It sounds like there's a real chance she'll be able to make her regular-season debut Thursday evening.

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Satou Sabally - Ruled out for Tuesday Sabally (cyst) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Fire.

Impact Sabally will miss a third straight regular-season game due to a cyst, and her next opportunity to play will come Thursday in Portland. With the star forward, Sabrina Ionescu (foot) and Rebecca Allen (leg) all sidelined, Pauline Astier, Marine Johannes and Rebekah Gardner are candidates for increased playing time.

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Rebecca Allen - Tagged out for Tuesday Allen (leg) is out for Tuesday's game against the Fire.

Impact Allen is nearing a return from a left leg injury, but she won't make her 2026 debut Tuesday. However, she'll have another opportunity to gain clearance to play Thursday against Portland.

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