Betnijah Laney-Hamilton - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Stewart scores 22, reserves contribute big to lead Liberty past Fire 100-82

Breanna Stewart scored 22 points and Alex Fowler gave an unexpected boost off the bench as the New York Liberty avenged a loss to the Portland Fire two days earlier with a 100-82 w...

2 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

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.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sarah Ashlee Barker makes putback before buzzer and the Fire beat the Liberty 98-96 for 1st win

Bridget Carleton had a career-high 26 points and five 3-pointers, Sarah Ashlee Barker made a putback just before the buzzer and expansion Portland beat the New York Liberty 98-96 o...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Johannes scores 25, Stewart adds 23 and 9 rebounds as Liberty beat Mystics 98-93 in OT

Marine Johannes hit six 3-pointers and scored 25 points, Breanna Stewart had 23 points and nine rebounds, and the New York Liberty beat the Washington Mystics 98-93 in overtime

4 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

The WNBA's 30th season begins with $1M salaries, 2 new teams and new coaches

The WNBA is set to tip off its 30th season Friday night with excitement building around the league

MAY 8 • Associated Press

Not on injury report Laney-Hamilton (reconditioning) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game against the Sun, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Laney-Hamilton missed the entire 2025 season while recovering from left knee surgery and will look to regain the form she had in 2024, when she averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.1 steals over 30.3 minutes per game. With New York banged up to start the season, Laney-Hamilton could be relied upon early and often.

MAY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Sabrina Ionescu will have an MRI after injuring her left ankle in Liberty's preseason win over Sun

Sabrina Ionescu will have an MRI on Monday after injuring her left ankle in the New York Liberty’s preseason win over the Connecticut Sun

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Laney-Hamilton (conditioning) has been ruled out for Sunday's preseason game against the Sun, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Liberty head coach Chris DeMarco told reporters Sunday that the aim is to have both Laney-Hamilton and Satou Sabally (rest) ready for New York's regular-season opener against Connecticut on Friday. Laney-Hamilton missed the entire 2025 season while recovering from left knee surgery and will look to regain the form she had in 2024, when she averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 1.5 threes and 1.1 steals over 30.3 minutes per game.

MAY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Working on conditioning Laney-Hamilton is listed as questionable for Sunday's preseason game against the Sun due to reconditioning, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact Laney-Hamilton missed the entire 2025 WNBA season while recovering from left knee surgery. She's been in camp with the Liberty since signing a contract with the team in mid-April and played 12 minutes in the team's preseason opener again the Fever on Saturday, April 25, but she may not suit up for Sunday's contest. If she's ruled out, then Laney-Hamilton's next chance to play will be in New York's regular-season opener against Connecticut.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Satou Sabally joins the New York Liberty and eyes a WNBA championship

Satou Sabally walked into the Brooklyn Basketball Training Center to a rousing cheer from the dozens of kids who had made signs welcoming the New York Liberty’s newest player

APRIL 17 • Associated Press

Back with Liberty The Liberty re-signed Laney-Hamilton on Wednesday, per Madeline Kenney of the New York Post.

Impact Laney-Hamilton missed the 2025 WNBA season due to left knee surgery, but New York is bringing her back to shore up its backcourt depth. The Liberty indicated in their announcement that Laney-Hamilton is healthy, though it wouldn't be shocking if New York eases her back into action to begin the new campaign. That said, it also wouldn't be surprising if she eventually reclaims a significant role in the backcourt once she's ready to take on a full workload, especially with Natasha Cloud remaining unsigned this offseason.

APRIL 15 • ROTOWIRE

Warriors assistant Chris DeMarco excited to take over as coach of New York Liberty

Chris DeMarco is excited to get started as coach of the New York Liberty

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • Associated Press

WNBA set to tipoff season with host of teams looking to challenge for title including Clark's Fever

There are no shortages of challengers to the reigning WNBA champion New York Liberty or star power across the league

MAY 15, 2025 • Associated Press

Out for season Laney-Hamilton (knee) will miss the 2025 WNBA season.

Impact This is an expected move for the Liberty. Back on May 3, General manager Jonathan Kolb said the franchise would likely suspend Laney-Hamilton's contract as she recovers from knee surgery that took place in March. This move frees up some cap space for the Liberty to utilize.

MAY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Storm forward Katie Lou Samuelson confident she'll bounce back from season-ending ACL tear

Katie Lou Samuelson knew the news about her right knee wouldn’t be good, even though she tried to stay optimistic

MAY 12, 2025 • Associated Press

Contract likely to be suspended General manager Jonathan Kolb said Saturday that the Liberty will likely suspend Laney-Hamilton's (knee) contract for the 2025 season, Jackie Powell of TheNextHoops.com reports.

Impact Laney-Hamilton underwent knee surgery in March that was expected to keep her sidelined for 5-6 months, and it appears as though the Liberty will elect not to rush her back. Suspending Laney-Hamilton's contract for 2025 would make her ineligible to return this season, but it would free up some cap space for New York while giving the team exclusive negotiating rights with her during the offseason. Natasha Cloud and Leonie Fiebich should handle starting roles for the Liberty this year, while Marine Johannes should be one of the team's top backcourt options off the bench.

MAY 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

New York Liberty open up camp ready to defend their first WNBA championship

Breanna Stewart and her New York Liberty teammates are focused on the present and that includes defending the WNBA championship

APRIL 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Deadspin | Liberty F Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (knee) could miss season Deadspin | Liberty F Betnijah Laney-Hamilton (knee) could miss season

APRIL 1, 2025 • DEADSPIN.COM

Liberty's Laney-Hamilton undergoes meniscus surgery and is expected to be out 5-6 months

New York guard Betnijah Laney-Hamilton had surgery on her left knee to repair an acute meniscus injury earlier this month

MARCH 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Undergoes knee surgery The Liberty announced Monday that Laney-Hamilton underwent surgery on her left knee earlier in March to repair an acute meniscus injury, and she's expected to return to basketball...

Impact Laney-Hamilton appeared to be in a position to compete for a larger role in New York's backcourt in 2025 since Courtney Vandersloot returned to Chicago during the offseason. However, Laney-Hamilton will be forced to miss most -- or all -- of the 2025 campaign following her procedure. The 31-year-old made 28 regular-season appearances (25 starts) for the Liberty last year and averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 30.3 minutes per game. Natasha Cloud and Leonie Fiebich will presumably serve as starters for the Liberty, while Isabelle Harrison, Ivana Dojkic and Marine Johannes will likely compete for increased playing time off the bench while Laney-Hamilton is sidelined.

MARCH 31, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Looms Large as Liberty Even WNBA Finals With Lynx The versatile wing plays a key role for New York as it pursues its first league championship.

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Liberty bounces back in WNBA Finals with a lift from Betnijah Laney-Hamilton Laney-Hamilton matched a season high with 20 points, and the Liberty held off another Minnesota comeback to prevail, 80-66, in Game 2 at Bar...

OCTOBER 14, 2024 • WASHINGTONPOST.COM

Sabrina Ionescu, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton lead Liberty over Wings 99-67 for 5th straight victory

Sabrina Ionescu scored 20 points, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton had 17 and the New York Liberty never trailed on the way to their fifth straight win, a 99-67 romp over the Dallas Wings

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024 • Associated Press

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton leads Liberty in tight win over Storm Betnijah Laney-Hamilton returned to the starting lineup for the first time since July 6 and led the New York Liberty with 18 points in a 77-...

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Betnijah Laney-Hamilton leads Liberty in tight victory over Storm Betnijah Laney-Hamilton returned to the starting lineup for the first time since July 6 and led the New York Liberty with 18 points in a 77-...

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

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