Are the New York Liberty the 2023 WNBA title favorites now that Breanna Stewart plans to sign with the team? Stewart announced the move Wednesday on Twitter.
Having already added an MVP this offseason by trading for Jonquel Jones, the Liberty added a second via free agency on Tuesday, landing two-time WNBA Finals MVP Stewart. With second-team pick Sabrina Ionescu already on the roster, New York now boasts 30% of last year’s All-WNBA selections — matching the Las Vegas Aces‘ total — and might not be done adding star players just yet.
Let’s take a closer look at how the Liberty project with their new star-studded frontcourt, particularly in comparison to the Aces after the defending champions loaded up with the addition of Candace Parker.
Additionally, let’s consider what’s next for the Seattle Storm after Stewart’s departure. With All-Star guard Jewell Loyd still in Seattle, rebuilding doesn’t seem to be in the cards, barring a trade. But the Storm will have a very different look in 2023 after the departure of Stewart and retirement of legendary point guard Sue Bird.
