Breanna Stewart has 27 to move into 8th on WNBA scoring list as Liberty beat Tempo 106-69
Breanna Stewart played a pivotal role in the New York Liberty's 106-69 victory over the Toronto Tempo on Sunday, scoring 27 points to climb to the eighth spot on the WNBA's all-time scoring list. This achievement came after she surpassed Cappie Pondexter's 6,811 points with a stellar performance in the first five minutes. Stewart's incredible play continued, as she moved ahead of her former Seattle Storm teammate Sue Bird's 6,803 points during the Liberty's Friday win over Minnesota.
The 6,833-point veteran, who earned MVP honors at the 2016 FIBA World Cup, showcased her shooting prowess with 10 of 14 shots and all seven free throws in the Liberty's game. Additionally, reserve Rebecca Allen contributed 14 points, including four out of the team's 16 three-pointers. Stewart's exceptional effort propelled the Liberty to a 26-19 lead at the quarter mark and a 45-37 advantage at halftime, ultimately clinching a third consecutive win.
Behind the Liberty's star player were teammates Laura Juskaite and Kiki Rice, who both contributed 28 and 19 points respectively in the home finale for the first-year Tempo, who have lost six straight games and 18 of their past 19.
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