Liberty-Wings game postponed after New York sat on tarmac for 12 hours
The New York Times • • sports
Key Points:
- The New York Liberty experienced a 12-hour delay on a charter flight due to mechanical issues, leading to the postponement of their Thursday game against the Dallas Wings.
- The rescheduled game will take place Monday night at 7 p.m. CT at the College Park Center in Arlington, Texas, with broadcast details yet to be finalized.
- Players and coaches shared their frustrations on social media, highlighting the extended time spent on the tarmac and the team's inability to depart New York.
- Weather caused widespread flight delays in both New York and Dallas, but the WNBA cited mechanical problems with the Liberty's plane as the primary reason for the postponement.
- The Dallas Wings adapted by turning their gameday shootaround into a practice and shifted focus to their upcoming game against the Los Angeles Sparks.
