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Satou Sabally Signed! What about Betnijah Laney-Hamilton, Tasha Cloud, & Marine Johannès?

Erica L. Ayala — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:46:18 -0400

The New York Liberty are BUILT DIFFERENT this offseason — and Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin broke it all down on this week's Gotta Get Up, the podcast for New York Liberty fans brought to you by Black Rosie Media.

Satou Sabally is headed to Brooklyn on a multiyear deal, reuniting with former Oregon teammate Sabrina Ionescu and forming one of the most loaded frontcourts in WNBA history alongside Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones.

But how does the elder Sabally sister actually FIT?
Is the Liberty roster too big? What happens when Stewart and Sabally both need to play the four? A
nd what about the concussion that cost her the 2025 Finals — can we really count on her staying healthy?

We also got into the fan favorites whose statuses are still up in the air:
🗽 Natasha Cloud — Tash is an unrestricted free agent. She expressed interest in staying in New York, but the cap math is getting tight. Does she come back? And was she even the right fit?

🗽 Betnijah Laney-Hamilton — BLH missed ALL of 2025 with a torn meniscus. She's a reserved player — meaning she can ONLY negotiate with the Liberty — and she's been counting down the days on her Instagram. The Brooklyn faithful want her back. So do we. What's the update?

🗽 Marine Johannès — The French fan favorite appeared in every single game in 2025 when everyone else was hurt. She's received a qualifying offer from New York. Is she back? What's her role on a suddenly crowded roster?

Plus: new head coach Chris DeMarco, what this roster means for the 2026 championship chase, and whether the Liberty can finally get past the Aces.
👀 Championship or bust?

🎙️ Gotta Get Up is the podcast for New York Liberty fans, hosted by Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin, brought to you by Black Rosie Media — credentialed at the table for the WNBA Draft, WNBA Finals, Paris Olympics, and more.

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00:00 Commissioner fields questions at draft
06:18 Discussing lineup strategies and teaching
13:56 Satu's impact on the team
18:46 Deciding on adjusting playing time
24:26 Sabrina's role in the 2024 season
27:57 Sabrina's improved driving skills
37:05 Discussing player lineup strategies
40:31 Impact of a longer roster
47:51 Managing player minutes and competition
49:54 Focus on flexible, switchable lineups
58:30 Discussing offensive rebound strategies
01:02:04 Discussing Kia's role on the team
01:09:23 Discussing Indiana's defensive needs
01:13:17 Social media and WNBA engagement
01:16:28 Emma Messiman's challenging season in NY
01:21:09 Beck Allen's return and team dynamics
01:30:52 Adjusting to new team dynamics
01:33:49 Discussing Stewie and New York Liberty
01:41:41 WNBA podcast schedule update
01:43:47 Podcast outro and thanks

🏀 Gotta Get Up! LIVE: Nyara Sabally to The Six | Ionescu, Stewart, Jones Set to Return

Erica L. Ayala — Sat, 11 Apr 2026 11:19:24 -0400

Women's basketball is moving FAST right now — and we have a LOT to say.

Join Brian and Erica for a special Gotta Get Up! livestream breaking down one of the biggest weeks the sport has seen in years. The New York Liberty lost Nyara Sabally to the Toronto Tempo in the WNBA expansion draft. UCLA just claimed its first-ever NCAA championship. WNBA free agency is about to open. The draft is days away. We are not taking a breath.

Here's what we're getting into:

🏀 LIBERTY LOSE NYARA SABALLY TO TORONTO
🏆 UCLA WINS THE 2026 NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP
💸 WNBA FREE AGENCY — THE LANDSCAPE
📋 2026 WNBA DRAFT PREVIEW

💬 YOUR QUESTIONS LIVE IN THE CHAT
Drop your takes, questions, Liberty concerns, and UCLA celebrations. We're here for all of it.

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Are the New York Liberty Still Contenders? 2026 Preview + WNBA CBA Explained

Erica L. Ayala — Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:53:27 -0400

Is the New York Liberty’s championship window still open heading into 2026?

Gotta Get Up tackles the team’s future as the WNBA’s new CBA rewrites the rules of engagement. Hosts Erica L. Ayala and Brian Florentin break down the potential impacts of increased max salaries, the introduction of developmental roster spots, and vital changes for player movement—including trade protection clauses for pregnant players.

They weigh in on the franchise’s strategies with Brianna Stewart, Jonquel Jones, Sabrina Ionescu, Banijah Laney Hamilton, and Natasha Cloud all in the free agency and expansion draft mix.

Reactions to a fast and furious off-season, a Final Four recap, and the looming arrival of new expansion teams—like the revived Houston Comets—keep the stakes high. Can Chris DeMarco steer the Liberty through roster shake-ups and a longer season?

The show examines what the Liberty must do to remain true contenders as they chase glory in the WNBA’s milestone 30th season.

🏀 In this episode:
🗽Elite 8 recap from the NCAA Women’s Tournament
🗽What the new WNBA Collective Bargaining Agreement means
🗽Free agency, roster questions, and key decisions ahead
🗽What has to happen for the Liberty to contend again in 2026

With a new coach, major roster uncertainty, and the league celebrating 30 seasons, this is a pivotal moment for New York.

00:00 Elite Eight recap and draft preview

03:23 UConn vs. Notre Dame matchup

07:04 South Carolina's offensive improvement

12:54 Lauren's growth and mindset

15:53 Intro and topics for today's episode

18:01 New collective bargaining agreement

19:48 Key updates in new CBA

23:15 WNBA salary updates and rookie pay

28:37 Connecticut Sun's history and legacy

30:08 WNBA award payouts increase

35:13 Discussing J.J.'s contract options

38:40 Team dynamics and Cloud's value

41:06 Elite Eight discussion and free agency

44:05 Navigating leadership during negotiations

48:26 Questions about Chris DeMarco's readiness

51:30 Preparing for the upcoming season

53:57 Looking ahead to WNBA season

56:09 Outro

How Kennedy Burke Filled the New York Liberty Gaps. #WNBA #podcast

Erica L. Ayala — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 00:43:11 -0500

To win a championship, you need depth. That's precisely what New York Liberty had, especially with Kennedy Burke in the rotation.

Join Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin to understand how Kennedy Burke's reliability propelled the Liberty toward their first WNBA title.

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Courtney Vandersloot: Staying or Leaving Liberty? 🏀 #wnba #unrivaled

Erica L. Ayala — Thu, 23 Jan 2025 09:23:01 -0500

Is Courtney Vandersloot staying with the New York Liberty or heading elsewhere? 🏀 The GGU Crew dives into this burning WNBA question with raw & unfiltered thoughts! 🚨 Join us LIVE for real-time reactions, in-depth analysis of Courtney's free agency decision, and what this means for the Liberty's future.

We’re breaking it all down—her role, stats, and what she’s looking for in free agency. Plus, we’re talking New York Liberty’s roster moves and who might step up to fill the gap. It’s all happening with interactive live chat, where YOUR thoughts shape the discussion.

Don’t miss this basketball watch-along for Liberty fans and WNBA lovers alike. Join us LIVE to find out! 🗽🔥

#unrivaledbasketballleague #unrivaled #unrivalednews #courtneyvandersloothighlights #satousabally

CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Intro
01:14 - Vibe Check
04:31 - Courtney Vandersloot 2024 Season
10:36 - 2025 Season Outlook for Courtney Vandersloot
14:05 - Value Comparison: Courtney Vandersloot's Impact
16:16 - Raising the Standard in Women's Basketball
19:45 - Satou Sabally Analysis
20:40 - CBA Negotiations Overview
21:50 - Newsletter Sign-Up
24:23 - Courtney Vandersloot's Free Agency Preferences
29:50 - Unrivaled Schedule Issues
31:47 - Where Will Courtney Vandersloot Play Next?
42:09 - Available Guards for New York Liberty
47:52 - Marine Johannes vs. Courtney Vandersloot Debate
53:17 - Unrivaled Discussion
57:20 - In-Person Experience Recap
01:01:15 - Media Day Highlights
01:17:40 - Impact of the 2-Year Bug on Sloot?
01:25:03 - Ellie Wave

Gotta Get Up: 2024 New York Liberty Training Camp Expectations

Erica L. Ayala — Sun, 05 May 2024 15:03:37 -0400

It's the most wonderful time of the year, WBB fans! The WNBA is back and action with a star-studded rookie class, not to mention a new "superteam" emerging in Seattle.

On tonight's episode, the Gotta Get Up crew will take a look at the New York Liberty Training Camp roster and players who we think NEED to have a stellar season for the Liberty to run it back to the WNBA Finals.

WNBA Finals: Las Vegas Aces Win Second Title in a 70-69 Game 4 Road Win Over New York Liberty

Erica L. Ayala — Thu, 19 Oct 2023 01:09:57 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty couldn't hold onto an early Game 4 lead, and the Aces take the 2023 WNBA title 70-69 despite a depleted roster.

Erica L. Ayala, Brian Fleurantin, and special guest Geoff Magliocchetti give their immediate postgame reactions on the court at Barclays Center.

WNBA Finals: Win or Go Home | Gotta Get Up Episode 29

Erica L. Ayala — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 08:45:14 -0400

It's do or die in the 2023 @WNBA Finals today for the @NewYorkLiberty . Erica L. Ayala and Misha Jones discuss the smackdown dished out to the Liberty in Game 2 and what needs to happen in Game 3 for New York to defeat the Las Vegas Aces and keep the series going.

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WNBA Finals, Here We Come! | Gotta Get Up Episode 26

Erica L. Ayala — Fri, 06 Oct 2023 21:05:00 -0400

Let's Go! The @NewYorkLiberty are in the @WNBA Finals for the first time in over 20 years! They will hit the road to take on the @LVAces in a best-of-five series.

Gotta Get Up! A Podcast for New York Liberty fans will be in the house for Game 1. Before we head to Las Vegas, hear Erica L. Ayala, Misha Jones, and Brian Fleurantin chop it up in Part I of this WNBA Finals Preview episode.

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Sorry to Connecticut | Gotta Get Up Episode 22

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 26 Sep 2023 12:06:37 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty Game 1 of the @WNBA Semifinals to the @ConnecticutSun, and host Erica L. Ayala publicly apologizes for her disrespeCT.

Plus, what must the Liberty do to get back on track and protect home court Tuesday before riding up to Uncasville?

The Semifinals are Set!

Erica L. Ayala — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 11:32:15 -0400

The Gotta Get Up crew is back with a recap of the Washington Mystics at @NewYorkLiberty series and predictions for the Dallas Wings at Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun at New York Liberty.

WNBA Playoffs Postgame Takeaways: Liberty Earn 90-75 Game 1 Win

Erica L. Ayala — Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:14:06 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty win Game 1 over @WashMystics by a score of 90-75. Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu led all scorers with 29 points. Brian Fleurantin and Erica L. Ayala give their instant postgame analysis.

Here are three takeaways and a bonus from the WNBA Playoffs Game 1 at Barclays Center.

2023 WNBA Playoffs: Washington Mystics at New York Liberty - Game 1

Erica L. Ayala — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 14:45:00 -0400

Misha Jones (she/they), Brian Fleurantin (he/him), and Erica L. Ayala (she/her) are back and this time with a one-hour preview special.

The trio sat down ahead of the start of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs to discuss the first-round matchup between the @WashMystics (7) and the @NewYorkLiberty (2).

We recap how the regular season series went down, who will be the x-factors for each team, and give our BOLD predictions for the series. Check back later for their selections for the 2023 WNBA End-of-Season Awards.

The Liberty host the Mystics on Friday, September 15 at 7:30 PM ET at Barclays Center.

Sykes Called Game! | Gotta Get Up Episode 18

Erica L. Ayala — Thu, 14 Sep 2023 13:51:03 -0400

Brian and Erica recap the @NewYorkLiberty 80-98 loss to the @WashMystics in the final game of the regular season. As fate would have it, Washington and New York will meet in the first round of the 2023 WNBA Playoffs.

Later in the week, join us for a special Postgame Preview episode with Brian, Erica, and Misha Jones.

No Sabrina Ionescu? No Problem! | Gotta Get Up Episode 17

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:14:46 -0400

The New York Liberty are the hottest team in the WNBA with only one week left in the 2023 regular season. Brian Fleurantin and Misha Jones join Erica L. Ayala to recap Liberty's wins over the Connecticut Sun and Chicago Sky.

The trio also discusses how New York played without Sabrina Ionescu (rest, calf) and if we'll see head coach Sandy Brondello opt to rest other players ahead of the playoffs.

Finally, what does Misha think about the Washington Mystics playoff chances given their continued issues with injury this season?

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Can New York Liberty Earn Top Seed? | Gotta Get Up Episode 16

Erica L. Ayala — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 07:15:00 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty have won 11 of their last 12 games with two weeks left in the 2023 @WNBA season. During that stretch, they have defeated the @LVAces three times, including in the 2023 WNBA Commissioner's Cup.

Mathematically speaking, the Liberty can still earn the top seed and home-court advantage. Gotta Get Up host Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin recap the 94-85 win over the Aces on Monday night and discuss what New York needs to do to earn the top seed.

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Will New York Liberty Guard Marine Johannés Compete in 2024 Olympics?

Erica L. Ayala — Wed, 23 Aug 2023 05:35:00 -0400

On this episode of the Gotta Get Up Podcast, Jackie Powell is back to provide insight on Marine Johannés and the French National Team. This is Part II of our conversation with Jackie Powell.

Listen to Part I

In Part II with Jackie Powell, we discuss:

What went between Marine Johannés and Team France
Has it impacted MJ's play?
Thoughts on WNBA prioritization
Will we see Marine Johannés at the 2024 Summer Olympics hosted in Paris?
How will the WNBA navigate the 2024 All-Star Weekend and the #Paris2024 Summer Games

Read Jackie's story on Marine

UPCOMING LIBERTY GAMES
Thursday, August 23 - New York Liberty at Connecticut Sun
Saturday, August 26 - New York Liberty at Minnesota Lynx
Monday, August 28 - Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty

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All Things #MJ23 feat. Jackie Powell - Part I

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 21 Aug 2023 01:30:00 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty are the 2023 Commissioner Cup champions! On this episode of the Gotta Get Up Podcast, Liberty beat writer Jackie Powell joins host Erica L. Ayala to recap the Comish Cup win, the loss in Las Vegas, and how the team bounced back in Phoenix.

Jackie and Erica also dive deeper into New York guard Marine Johannés.

Was her 17-point performance in the Commissionner's Cup Championship a fluke (Spoiler: It wasn't)?
What did the Aces do on August 17th to disrupt the Liberty?
How has Johannés grown throughout the season & what is her next evolution?

Erica & Jackie also talked about Marine's relationship with Team France.

What happened this offseason?
Did it impact Marine's confidence?
What will happen come the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France?

We will have a Part II dropping Wednesday morning.

Week in Review
August 15 - Liberty beat Aces 82-63 in Commissioner's Cup
August 17 - Aces beat Liberty 88-75
August 18 - Liberty beat Phoenix Mercury 85-63

Upcoming Games
Thursday, August 23 - New York Liberty at Connecticut Sun
Saturday, August 26 - New York Liberty at Minnesota Lynx
Monday, August 28 - Las Vegas Aces at New York Liberty

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Leo Lick Backs? | Gotta Get Up Episode 13

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 15 Aug 2023 12:44:15 -0400

Happy Commissioner's Cup Championship to all who celebrate. The @NewYorkLiberty and @LVAces face off tonight for the 2023 @WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship.

Erica L. Ayala, Brian Fleurantin, and Misha Jones are back to recap the August 6th game and make predictions for Tuesday night, including the ONE THING that will set A'ja Wilson apart in August (according to Misha anyway, lol)!

Previous Games
The Las Vegas Aces defeated the New York Liberty 98-81 on June 29th
The Liberty defeated the Aces 99-61 on August 6th

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Liberty Dominate in Brooklyn | Gotta Get Up Episode 12

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 07 Aug 2023 14:34:36 -0400

The New York Liberty handed the @LVAces their third loss of the season behind a 31-point performance by guard Sabrina Ionescu. Courtney Vandersloot added 10 points and six assists, and took over second place in career assists in the WNBA.

Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin recap the 99-61 win from the bowels of Barclays Center.

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Just Keep Moving The Ball | Gotta Get Up Episode 11

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 13:43:35 -0400

The New York Liberty had July 27th circled on their calendar, but what about July 28th?

Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin are back to discuss the big @NewYorkLiberty win over the Atlanta Dream and a somewhat surprising loss to the @MinnesotaLynx.

Erica & Brian also discuss what the Liberty need to focus on for the remainder of their recent road trip before returning to Barclays on August 6 to take on the @LVAces.

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Jumping JJ & Majestic Marine | Gotta Get Up Episode 10: A Podcast for #newyorkliberty Fans!

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:56:18 -0400

Hello, @NewYorkLiberty fans!

Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin are back with another episode of the Gotta Get Up podcast for New York Liberty fans! On this episode, we discuss the 2023 @WNBA All-Star Weekend and the slate of games for New York coming out of the ASG break.

Other topics on this episode include:

Are the @dallaswings9176 a legit team?
JJ finally unlocked
Marine Johannes is magic
What's tea when the @AtlantaDream comes to Barclays on July 27th?

Ionescu Makes History:
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Dallas at New York highlights:
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Indiana at New York Highlights:
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The Advantage of More Upside | Gotta Get Up Episode 9: A Podcast for #newyorkliberty Fans!

Erica L. Ayala — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 13:54:35 -0400

Brian Fleurantin and Erica L. Ayala recap a 3-0 run for the @NewYorkLiberty ahead of the 2023 @WNBA All-Star Weekend.

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What We Learned in Vegas | Gotta Get Up Episode 008: A Podcast for #newyorkliberty Fans!

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 12:26:27 -0400

The New York Liberty played two Top 4 squads last week, the Connecticut Sun and the Las Vegas Aces. The "superteam" rivalry was revealing for this young squad. Hear Brian Fleurantin and Erica L. Ayala discuss what we learned from the game against the Aces, and why all "superteams" this season aren't equal.

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Eastern Conference Showdown | Gotta Get Up Episode 007: A Podcast for #newyorkliberty Fans!

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 26 Jun 2023 18:11:11 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty earned a gutsy 89-88 OT win over the @WashMystics Sunday at Barclays Center. The Liberty didn't earn a lead until the fourth quarter and were down by as many as 17 points while only having a one-point lead.

Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 31 points in the game, and Jonquel Jones led New York with 10 rebounds.

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Introducing, The Washington Mystics | Gotta Get Up Episode 006

Erica L. Ayala — Sun, 25 Jun 2023 08:07:59 -0400

Misha Jones (she/they) joins the show to preview the Washington Mystics at New York Liberty on Sunday. We start by asking Misha our 'Brown Sugar' question: When did they fall in love with basketball? Then, Misha gives us an inside look into the Mystics. Currently fourth in the WNBA standings, what do we know about this team? How is Eric Thibault doing in his first season as head coach?

PLUS, the WNBA is rightfully seen as a beacon of hope for what inclusion can look like in professional sports. However, the league and the greater women's basketball community still have more work to do.

Other Podcast Topics:

What did we learn from the first game on opening day?
Who are the key players for the Mystics?
What is Washington's identity?

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BG in BK, Does New York Have a Point Guard Problem? | Gotta Get Up Episode 005

Erica L. Ayala — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 12:15:00 -0400

Brittney Griner played her first game in Brooklyn since being wrongfully detained in Russia. Does the @NewYorkLiberty have a point guard problem that goes beyond Sabrina Ionescu's hamstring injury?

Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleurantin discuss this on Episode 5 of Gotta Get Up - A Podcast for New York Liberty Fans.

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Podcast Topics:

Sandy Brondello, Liberty Players Embrace Brittney Griner
New York Wins Over Phoenix at Barclays
What Did We Learn From the Atlanta Loss?
Does the Liberty Have a Point Guard Problem?

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Are the Liberty Overrated?| Gotta Get Up Episode 004

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 12 Jun 2023 16:00:00 -0400

The @NewYorkLiberty earned their second consecutive 100+ points game after defeating the Dallas Wings 102-93 on Sunday afternoon.

Breanna Stewart led the Liberty with 32 points in the home game. Erica L. Ayala and Brian Fleuratin discuss whether Stewie is on track for an MVP-worthy season, the ongoing debate over WNBA player safety and charter flights, and our reactions to media members calling the New York Liberty "overrated."

All that and more on Episode 4 of Gotta Get Up: A Podcast for New York Liberty Fans.

Podcast Topics:

WNBA Safety Concerns
Minnesota at New York postponed
Sabrina Ionescu makes New York Liberty history in Atlanta
Recapping the Sabally Sisters reunion
Takeaways from 102-93 win over Dallas Wings
Is this New York Liberty tea overrated?!

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New York Liberty Lacking Consistency? | Gotta Get Up Episode 003

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 04:00:00 -0400

"We ain't so super," @NewYorkLiberty head coach Sandy Brondello said of her team after an 86-82 loss to the Chicago Sky. While the Liberty have a talented roster, it will still take time for things to click.

Erica L. Ayala (Black Rosie Media) and Brian Fleuratin (The Local W) return to discuss a three-game Week 3 of @WNBA action for the New York Liberty.

Podcast Topics:

Who were the top Liberty performers of the week?
The Return of Marine Johannès
What's up with Sabrina Ionescu?
Upcoming Liberty schedule

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Liberty Hand Connecticut 1st Loss of WNBA Season| Gotta Get UP - Ep. 002

Erica L. Ayala — Mon, 29 May 2023 11:04:04 -0400

After a week to recharge, the @NewYorkLiberty (2-1) defeated the @ConnecticutSun (3-1) by a final score of 81-65 at BarclaysCenter Saturday afternoon. Breanna Stewart led all scorers with 21 points in the afternoon game celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month in Brooklyn.

On this episode of Gotta Get Up, Black Rosie Media founder Erica L. Ayala talks with The Local W Head of WNBA Content, Brian Fleuratin, about the game and the week ahead for the New York Liberty.

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The Greatest Team Ever? | Gotta Get UP - Ep. 001

Black Rosie Media — Mon, 22 May 2023 18:27:00 -0400

In the 2022 @WNBA playoffs, the @NewYorkLiberty fell short of their ultimate goal: the first championship in franchise history. The team that T-Spoon (Teresa Weatherspoon) build has seen league legends such as Cappie Pondexter, Swin Cash, and Tina Charles come & go.

However, in a new borough, with a new ownership group (Joe & Clara Wu Tsai), and a new cast of characters, New York is hoping this is their year.

On this episode of Gotta Get Up, Black Rosie Media founder Erica L. Ayala talks about the "new" @NewYorkLiberty squad with The Local W Head of WNBA Content, Brian Fleuratin.

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