WNBA Opening Night 2026 Top Highlights and Reactions for Breanna Stewart's Liberty, More
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Key Points:
- Breanna Stewart led the New York Liberty to a commanding 106-75 victory over the Connecticut Sun, recording 31 points and 10 rebounds, and becoming the second-fastest player in WNBA history to reach 6,000 career points.
- The Liberty overcame injuries to key players and benefited from Julie Vanloo's strong debut on a hardship contract, who contributed 12 points, 11 assists, and seven rebounds off the bench.
- In the Toronto Tempo's WNBA debut, the Washington Mystics edged out a 68-65 win, with Sonia Citron scoring 26 points and Shakira Austin adding 18 points and 11 rebounds.
- The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Seattle Storm 91-80 despite playing with only eight players due to injuries, dominating the third quarter 28-12 to secure the win.
- The season-opening triple-header showcased strong performances and competitive games across the league, highlighting both veteran stars and new teams.
