Longtime New York Liberty standout waived amid DNP-filled season
The New York Liberty have waived longtime standout forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, the team announced on Thursday afternoon. Laney-Hamilton had fallen out of the rotation under first-year head coach Chris DeMarco, ultimately averaging 4.7 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.5 assists in just 17 games this season. It was her most diminished role since the 2018 season, […]
The New York Liberty have waived longtime standout forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton following a season marked by limited playing time. Laney-Hamilton, who joined the team in 2021, averaged 7 points and 2.5 assists per game during the 2024 championship season, but her role diminished this year as she averaged just 4.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 1.5 assists in 17 games.
The team thanked Laney-Hamilton for her contributions and leadership, recognizing her as a key contributor to the Liberty's success since 2021. Now a free agent, Laney-Hamilton can sign with another WNBA team with the regular season nearing its end.
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