NYARA SABALLY NEWS

Satou Sabally scores 25 points, Mercury make 18 3s, WNBA record 35 in 2 games, to beat Liberty

Satou Sabally scored 25 points and the Phoenix Mercury set a team record for 3-pointers in the second straight game — and broke a WNBA record in the process — in a 106-91 victory o...

JUNE 28 • Associated Press

Quiet in win Sabally ended with three points (1-4 FG, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block across 16 minutes during Wednesday's 81-78 victory over the Valkyries.

Impact Sabally's fantasy appeal continues to leave a lot to be desired with her low usage rate. Through eight games, she's averaging 6.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 0.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.0 blocks in 19.6 minutes per contest.

JUNE 26 • ROTOWIRE

Scores eight points in start Sabally racked up eight points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks in 31 minutes during Sunday's 89-79 loss to Seattle.

Impact Sabally moved into the starting lineup for the Liberty due to the absence of Jonquel Jones (ankle) -- Jones is expected to miss four to six weeks. Sabally looks ready to fill the void and is likely to see a spike in fantasy value going forward.

JUNE 23 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted to starting role Sabally is in the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Seattle.

Impact Sabally will move to the starting lineup since the Liberty will be depleted in the frontcourt due to the absence of Jonquel Jones (ankle). Sabally has made three starts this season, averaging 9.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 1.3 blocks per game in those outings.

JUNE 22 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench Thursday Sabally is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's matchup against the Mercury.

Impact Sabally had started each of the past three games, averaging 9.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.3 steals and 1.3 blocks in 21.3 minutes per contest, but will come off the bench Thursday. Kennedy Burke will take her place in the starting lineup.

JUNE 19 • ROTOWIRE

Stuffs stat sheet in defeat Sabally produced 10 points (5-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist, four steals and two blocks in 31 minutes during Saturday's 102-88 loss to the Fever.

Impact Although it wasn't the most efficient shooting display, Sabally stuffed the stat sheet in what was still arguably her best effort of the year through four appearances so far. She notched season highs in points, boards, swipes and swats Saturday, and it was also encouraging to see Sabally log a season-high 31 minutes after missing six games earlier this year due to a knee injury.

JUNE 14 • ROTOWIRE

Withdraws from EuroBasket Sabally will not participate at EuroBasket with Germany, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact After previously missing six WNBA games with a knee issue, Sabally didn't want to put too much on her plate this summer. Sabally said this wasn't an easy decision and that she will still prioritize the national team over the long term. Meanwhile, Leonie Fiebich will head overseas for EuroBasket, however.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Mistake-free in home start Sabally accumulated nine points (4-4 FG, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist and one steal over 15 minutes during Tuesday's 85-66 win over the Sky.

Impact Sabally was getting the starting nod with Jonquel Jones (ankle) sidelined due to injury. She made the most of her starting opportunity, making all four shots she tried, while hitting her only free-throw try, too. The nine points were her most since she scored 19 points in the regular-season finale Sept. 19, 2024 against the Dream.

JUNE 11 • ROTOWIRE

Liberty again roll over Chicago Sky to stay undefeated Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 23 points, and Nyara Sabally replaced the injured Jonquel Jones and had nine points.

JUNE 11 • NEWSDAY.COM

Liberty beat the Sky 85-66 to become the 9th team in WNBA history to start a season 9-0

Sabrina Ionescu had 23 points and seven assists, Breanna Stewart added 18 points, seven rebounds and five assists, and the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 85-66 to become the...

JUNE 11 • Associated Press

Starting sans Jones Sabally will start in Tuesday's matchup against the Sky.

Impact Sabally will return to action following a six-game absence due to a right knee injury. Additionally, she'll get the starting nod due to Jonquel Jones (ankle) being sidelined. Sabally appeared in the Liberty's first two regular-season outings, averaging 4.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per game.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Nyara Sabally's injury return couldn't come at better time for Liberty The past 2 ½ weeks haven’t been easy for Nyara Sabally.

JUNE 10 • NYPOST.COM

Not on injury report Sabally (knee) isn't on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the Sky, Alford Corriette of Her Hoop Stats reports.

Impact Sabally has missed New York's last six games, but she practiced fully Monday and will officially be able to suit up against Chicago. Over her first two appearances of the season, Sabally averaged 4.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 10.0 minutes per game.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Sabally (knee) is expected to play Tuesday against the Sky, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact Sabally, who has missed the past six games for the Liberty, is on track to return after logging a second straight practice Monday. Although she could face limitations in her return, her availability would be a welcome sight for the Liberty as Jonquel Jones is still battling an ankle injury that has her listed as questionable for Tuesday.

JUNE 9 • ROTOWIRE

Full participant in practice Sunday Sabally (knee) was a full participant in Sunday's practice, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally has missed six straight games due to a right knee injury, though her participation in Sunday's practice bodes well for a potential return in Tuesday's game against the Sky. The 25-year-old forward appeared in the Liberty's first two regular-season games, averaging four points across 10 minutes per game.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Washington Sabally (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Mystics, Geoff Magliocchetti of Winsidr reports.

Impact Sabally will miss a sixth straight game as she continues to nurse a knee injury. The next chance for her to return to the floor for New York will be Tuesday against the Sky. Kennedy Burke and Isabelle Harrison will likely see a bump in minutes Thursday against Washington.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Sabally (knee) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Mystics, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally has missed the last five games due to a right knee issue. If she is unable to play Thursday, the team will likely continue to lean on Kennedy Burke and Isabelle Harrison to shoulder the load.

JUNE 4 • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Sunday Sabally (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Sun, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact The Oregon product will miss her fifth straight game Sunday due to a right knee injury, and her next chance to play will come Thursday against the Mystics. Kennedy Burke and Isabelle Harrison are candidates for a slight uptick in playing time due to Sabally being sidelined.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Sabally (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Sun, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally is in danger of missing her fifth straight contest Sunday due to a right knee injury. If Sabally is ultimately ruled out yet again, Kennedy Burke should continue to receive increased playing time.

MAY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Not playing Friday Sabally (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Mystics, Matt Cohen of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally will miss a fourth consecutive game due to a knee injury, and her next chance to see the floor is Sunday against the Sun. With Sabally sidelined, Isabelle Harrison and Kennedy Burke could see a significant uptick in playing time if Jonquel Jones (hamstring) is also ruled out.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Washington Sabally (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Mystics, Jackie Powell of TheNextHoops.com reports.

Impact Sabally has missed the last three games due to a knee injury, and it's not yet clear whether she'll be available for the second half of a back-to-back set Friday. However, head coach Sandy Brondello said ahead of Thursday's game against the Valkyries that Sabally has resumed shooting, and the team was hopeful that she'd be available for Friday's matchup. Even if Sabally misses a fourth consecutive game Friday, she appears to be trending in the right direction.

MAY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Sabally (knee) won't play in Thursday's game against Golden State, Geoff Magliocchetti of Winsidr reports.

Impact It'll be a third consecutive absence with a right knee injury for Sabally, whose next chance to return arrives on a short turnaround Friday in Washington. In Sabally's absence Thursday, Kennedy Burke and Leonie Fiebich stand out as candidates for an uptick in playing time for the Liberty.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Sabally (knee) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Valkyries, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally is in danger of missing a third straight game as she continues to deal with a right knee issue. If she is ultimately ruled out for Thursday's matchup with Golden State, the Liberty could turn to Leonie Fiebich and Kennedy Burke to help shoulder the load.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Tuesday Sabally (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Valkyries, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact Sabally will miss her second straight outing due to a right knee injury. Her next chance to suit up will come in Thursday's rematch against Golden State. Leonie Fiebich and Kennedy Burke are candidates for a slight bump in minutes due to Sabally being sidelined.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Sabally (knee) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Valkyries, Alford Corriette of Her Hoop Stats reports.

Impact Sabally was a late addition to the injury report and missed her first game of the season due to a right knee injury Saturday against the Fever. However, a follow-up doctor appointment determined that she's day-to-day, so the Liberty could see how the knee responds in warmups before making a final decision.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE