Sabrina Ionescu - WNBA News, Rumors, & Updates

Notches 10 points in start Ionescu recorded 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 96-95 victory over the Sky.

Impact While this wasn't a big performance by Ionescu's standards, her fantasy managers will be happy to see her back in the starting lineup with a sizable workload. Injuries have derailed her 2026 WNBA season thus far, but good things could be ahead.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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1 DAY AGO • DEADSPIN.COM

Sabrina Ionescu hits winner and Jonquel Jones scores 19 as Liberty beat Sky 96-95

Sabrina Ionescu hit the winning layup with 10 seconds remaining, Jonquel Jones scored 19 points and the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 96-95 on Wednesday night in Commission...

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Starting versus Chicago Ionescu will start in Wednesday's game against Chicago.

Impact Ionescu returned for Sunday's 86-64 win over Washington after missing the previous seven regular-season contests. She logged 26 minutes, finishing with five points, three rebounds and three assists. With that in mind, Ionescu could turn it around Wednesday, now that she had a chance to shake off any residual rust caused by the extended layoff.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Racks up 26 minutes off bench Ionescu registered five points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), three rebounds and three assists across 26 minutes during Sunday's 86-64 victory over the Mystics.

Impact Ionescu was playing just her second game of the season, and it was believed she would be playing on a minutes restriction. However, she played the third-most minutes of the game for the Liberty, and she turned in a team-best plus-18 margin. It appears Ionescu is rounding the corner, and ready to once again assume her place as a fantasy regular.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

On minutes restriction Sunday Ionescu (back) is cleared to play in Sunday's game against the Mystics, though she will operate under a minutes restriction, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact Ionescu will play in her second game of the 2026 campaign and make her first appearance since the 91-76 loss to Dallas on May 24. Although it's not known how much action the star guard will see after the lengthy layoff, it could be enough to drastically reduce the production of Pauline Astier and Rebekah Gardner.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on report for Sunday Ionescu (back) isn't listed on the injury report for Sunday's game against the Mystics.

Impact Ionescu is set to return from a seven-game absence due to back soreness, though it wouldn't be surprising to see her operate on a minutes restriction considering she's made just one appearance this season. Still, the star guard's presence will leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Pauline Astier and Rebekah Gardner.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Plans to play Sunday Ionescu (back) plans to play in Sunday's game against the Mystics, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact Ionescu appears to be trending in the right direction after missing the Liberty's last seven games due to back soreness. The star guard may operate under a minutes restriction following the extended absence, though her presence would still leave fewer minutes available for the likes of Pauline Astier and Rebekah Gardner.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Thursday Ionescu (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Dream.

Impact Ionescu will remain sidelined for a seventh consecutive contest due to back soreness, though she's been participating in 5-on-5 work and is making good progress, per Madeline Kenney of the New York Post. With the star guard remaining out, Pauline Astier will likely continue seeing an increased role.

JUNE 10 • ROTOWIRE

Making good progress Liberty head coach Chris DeMarco said Ionescu (back) is making good progress, Madeline Kenney of the New York Post reports.

Impact "She is progressing well," DeMarco said. "We kept her home so she can continue to play 5-on-5 with the practice guys, which is standard practice for us before we can fully clear a player for game action." Ionescu has missed the past six games, but a return against the Dream on Thursday appears to be on the table.

JUNE 8 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 8 • DEADSPIN.COM

Won't play Monday Ionescu (back) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Sun.

Impact Ionescu will end up missing a sixth consecutive game due to back soreness. She's been progressing in her recovery, and her next chance to play is Thursday against the Dream. Pauline Astier will continue to operate in an elevated role in Ionescu's absence.

JUNE 7 • ROTOWIRE

Breanna Stewart has 30 points as the Liberty rally past the Fever 83-75

Breanna Stewart made 18 of 21 free throws and scored 30 points to help the New York Liberty rally to beat the Indiana Fever 83-75 on Saturday night

JUNE 7 • Associated Press

Sabrina Ionescu out for Liberty game against the Fever as back soreness flares up after practice

Sabrina Ionescu will miss the New York Liberty’s game against the Indiana Fever on Saturday night because of back soreness

JUNE 6 • Associated Press

Not playing Saturday Ionescu (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Fever, Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com reports.

Impact "[Ionescu] is progressing, but after practice [Friday], a little bit of soreness, so she's going to be out tonight," Liberty head coach Chris DeMarco relayed to reporters Saturday. It will be the fifth-straight game that Ionescu will miss due to a back issue, and she has appeared in just one regular-season game in 2026. Pauline Astier will remain in New York's starting lineup for as long as Ionescu is out of action. The latter's next chance to play is Monday against Connecticut.

JUNE 6 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 6 • NYPOST.COM

Questionable for Saturday Ionescu (back) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Fever, per Myles Ehrlich of Winsidr.com.

Impact Ionescu, who was a practice participant Friday, is looking to end a four-game absence with a back injury Saturday and could be a true game-time decision. If the superstar guard is able to suit up, fewer minutes would be available to Pauline Astier and Marine Johannes in the backcourt.

JUNE 5 • ROTOWIRE

Will not play Wednesday Ionescu (back) will not play Wednesday against the Tempo, Geoff Magliocchetti of Winsidr reports.

Impact Ionescu was unable to shake her questionable tag for this contest and will be held out for a fourth straight game. Her next chance to return comes Saturday against the Fever. In the meantime, Pauline Astier and Marine Johannes will likely see additional run.

JUNE 3 • ROTOWIRE

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JUNE 3 • SI.COM

Questionable for Wednesday Head coach Chris DeMarco said Tuesday that Ionescu (back) will be questionable for Wednesday's game against Toronto, per Fiifi Frimpong of the New York Daily News.

Impact Ionescu, who went through individual work Tuesday, has a chance to end a three-game absence with a back injury Wednesday. If the star guard is able to return, less playing time would be open to Pauline Astier and Marine Johannes in New York's backcourt.

JUNE 2 • ROTOWIRE

Close to returning to practice Head coach Chris DeMarco said Monday that Ionescu (back) is doing well in her recovery, per Fiifi Frimpong of the New York Daily News.

Impact Ionescu went through a long individual workout Monday, and she's getting closer to returning to practice. The star guard can be tentatively deemed questionable for Wednesday's game against the Tempo.

JUNE 1 • ROTOWIRE

Out again Friday Ionescu (back) has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Mercury.

Impact This will be Ionescu's second straight game on the sidelines due to the back injury and her third consecutive missed game. Her absence will continue to open up minutes for Pauline Astier, Marine Johannes and Rebekah Gardner. Ionescu's next chance to play will come Wednesday against the Tempo.

MAY 28 • ROTOWIRE

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

Marine Johannes scored 21 points, Jonquel Jones added 17 points and keyed a huge run to close the third quarter as the New York Liberty beat the Phoenix Mercury 84-74

MAY 28 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Wednesday's game Ionescu (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Ionescu missed Monday's game against the Fire due to left foot injury management, but she landed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's matchup due to back soreness. She sat off to the side during Wednesday's shootaround and will ultimately be forced to miss a second consecutive game. Pauline Astier, Marine Johannes and Rebekah Gardner are candidates to see increased roles Wednesday, while Ionescu's next opportunity to suit up will be Friday against Phoenix.

MAY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Wednesday Ionescu (back) is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Mercury.

Impact Ionescu sat out Monday's loss to the Fire -- the second leg of a back-to-back set -- due to left foot injury management. However, she's now dealing with back soreness and could miss a second consecutive contest. If the star guard remains sidelined, Pauline Astier, Rebekah Gardner and Marine Johannes would be candidates for increased playing time.

MAY 26 • ROTOWIRE

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Sabrina Ionescu hits winner and Jonquel Jones scores 19 as Liberty beat Sky 96-95

Breanna Stewart has 30 points as the Liberty rally past the Fever 83-75

Sabrina Ionescu out for Liberty game against the Fever as back soreness flares up after practice

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