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6’4 Breanna Stewart Enters WNBA Record Books With an Explosive 42-Point Game, as Liberty Continues Their Unbeaten Streak

Published 08/13/2023, 11:13 PM EDT

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Breanna Stewart has been phenomenal since joining the New York Liberty in 2023. In the last game against the Indiana Fever, she found her groove, dropping 42 points and extending the team’s unbeaten streak. The 6’4″ point guard broke a few records in the process too.

She has been a great ambassador of the WNBA on the court since joining the league in 2016. This time, she did the same with her dominant display.

The legend of Breanna Stewart continues

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In New York Liberty’s 30th game of the season, the two-time WNBA champion showcased her skills while dropping 42 points on her away court. For the third time this season, she scored at least 40 points, becoming the only player to do so in WNBA history. The former MVP pushed her limits once again as the NY Liberty defeated Fever 100-89.

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This is not all, as one more record got shattered by the end. With this win, Liberty reportedly set the record for the most wins in a season in franchise history. They are currently on a six-game unbeaten run and have cemented the number 1 seed in the Eastern Conference with 24-6.

The 28-year-old Breanna has been fundamental to the system and gameplay of Liberty. Not just offensively but also defensively, her contributions have been massive. In this game, for example, she recorded a stat line of 42-6-6, showcasing her prowess as a two-way basketball player. Despite all the hype, one question remains on everyone’s lips.

Can Liberty win the WNBA championship?

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The super team of Liberty keeps marching on and Breanna Stewart continues to play a key role in that. With a championship pedigree, she knows well how to lead a team, and here in New York, she is doing exactly that.

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Despite being in her prime, she understands how to let others have their moments. Her all-around display makes her a lethal competitor and a great two-way player. So, with her leading the charge, the dream could turn into a reality soon enough for Liberty.

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Even in her late 20s, she continues to break records and establish new ones. As she keeps on adding more tales to her greatness, the world of the WNBA would be looking forward to seeing how Liberty does by the end of the season.

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Sourav Bose

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Sourav is a detail-oriented NBA content writer at EssentiallySports. His passion for the game of basketball was ignited by none other than the captivating duo of Stephen Curry and Steve Kerr. As he delved into the illustrious history of the NBA, his fascination grew exponentially.
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Sameen Nawathe