{
  "id": 2690541,
  "title": "Liberty beat the Fever 109-102 as Fiebich returns with 20 points in her first game since July 3",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/liberty-beat-the-fever-109-102-as-fiebich-returns-with-20-points-in",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T01:20:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Winnipeg Free Press",
    "slug": "winnipeg-free-press",
    "url": "https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/sports/basketball/2026/08/22/liberty-beat-the-fever-109-102-as-fiebich-returns-with-20-points-in-her-first-game-since-july-3"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In a tightly contested match, the New York Liberty defeated the Indiana Fever 109-102 on Saturday night, marking the first game for Leonie Fiebich since July 3. Breanna Stewart was instrumental, scoring 22 points, while Fiebich contributed 20 points in her return to action. Jonquel Jones contributed significantly with 19 points and 10 rebounds. With playoff positioning at stake, both teams understood the importance of the game. The game was won by Breanna Stewart's two free throws with 57.5 seconds remaining after Indiana's attempt missed. The Liberty had a 22-point advantage in the second half, extending their lead to 85-78 at the break. Indiana tried to close the gap with a late rally, but failed to secure the win.",
  "summary": null,
  "key_points": [
    "New York Liberty defeated Indiana Fever 109-102",
    "Leonie Fiebich returned with 20 points in first game since July 3",
    "Breanna Stewart scored 22 points in game-winning free throws"
  ],
  "editors_take": "The win helps the New York Liberty in playoff positioning, boosted by strong performances from key players including Breanna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, and returning Leonie Fiebich.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Winnipeg Free Press",
        "title": "Breanna Stewart scores 22 as Liberty beat Fever 109-102",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/breanna-stewart-scores-22-as-liberty-beat-fever-109-102",
        "published": "2026-08-23T03:50:23.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}