How Breanna Stewart joining the New York Liberty paid off in wins, ticket sales and TV ratings

In Super Squads, The Athletic follows the New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces in their quests to win a WNBA championship. Our reporters will tell the stories of the players on two of the most star-studded teams in league history and examine how their paths shape the future of the WNBA.

NEW YORK — It didn’t take long for Breanna Stewart to endear herself to New York Liberty fans. Back in May, Stewart, playing in just her second game with the franchise, scored a team-record (and career-high) 45 points in a win over the Indiana Fever. For 40 minutes, she enchanted the home crowd at Barclays Center. Then, she took center stage to address them. “Appreciate you guys really showing love,” she said, “and I hope you’re here all season.”

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