On June 8, 2019, Breanna Stewart made history by setting a single-game scoring record for the New York Liberty with 45 points. Stewart, who is in her fourth season in the WNBA, has been a consistent force for the Liberty and this game was no exception.
The Liberty were playing the Dallas Wings and Stewart was on fire from the start. She scored 22 points in the first half alone and finished the game with 45 points, 8 rebounds, 4 assists, and 3 steals. She shot an impressive 17-of-27 from the field and 9-of-13 from beyond the arc.
This record-breaking performance was a testament to Stewart’s hard work and dedication to her craft. She has been a consistent force for the Liberty and this game was no exception. Her 45 points were the most ever scored by a Liberty player in a single game, breaking the previous record of 41 set by Kym Hampton in 1999.
Stewart’s performance was also a testament to the Liberty’s commitment to excellence. The team has been steadily improving over the past few seasons and this game was a sign of things to come. With Stewart leading the way, the Liberty have a bright future ahead of them.
Breanna Stewart’s 45-point performance was a historic moment for the New York Liberty and for women’s basketball as a whole. Her hard work and dedication to her craft have paid off and she is now the proud owner of the Liberty’s single-game scoring record. With Stewart leading the way, the Liberty have a bright future ahead of them.
