New York Liberty Re-Signs Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones Through 2028
The New York Liberty announced three-year contract extensions for players Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones, securing their return through 2028. The team also introduced free-agent addition Satou Sabally on a two-year deal. Financial terms of the contracts were not disclosed.
The New York Liberty has re-signed forwards Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones, along with guard Sabrina Ionescu, to three-year contracts extending through 2028, according to a report by Madeline Kenney in the New York Post. Financial terms of the deals were not immediately available. The contracts were signed under the WNBA's new collective bargaining agreement.
Team Statement and Context New York
Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb stated that re-signing the three players reflects trust, sacrifice, and shared purpose within the organization.
He noted that the players chose to invest in each other and the team's long-term legacy. Stewart and Ionescu had previously stated their intentions to re-sign with the Liberty before free agency began. The New York Post reported Jones' commitment to a multi-year deal over the past weekend.
Additional Signing and Outlook
The Liberty announced the signings on Friday afternoon, following the introduction of free-agent forward Satou Sabally in Brooklyn.
Sabally signed a two-year deal after leaving the Mercury. With these players on the roster, the Liberty are listed as betting favorites to win the 2026 WNBA title.
Story Timeline
3 events- Friday afternoon
New York Liberty announced the signings of Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones, and introduced Satou Sabally.
1 sourceNew York Post - Past weekend
The New York Post reported Jonquel Jones' commitment to return on a multi-year deal.
1 sourceNew York Post - Before free agency
Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu publicly declared intentions to re-sign with the Liberty.
1 sourceNew York Post
Potential Impact
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The Liberty's roster stability may improve team performance in the 2026 WNBA season.
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Retaining key players could increase fan engagement and attendance for Liberty games.
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The signings position the Liberty as a stronger contender against other WNBA teams.
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