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Sabrina Ionescu is dealing with an injury — and we're not going to sugarcoat it. We break down what we know, what it means for the Liberty's season outlook, and how concerned Liberty Nation should really be.But there's still a lot to be excited about. Two preseason games in, we take stock of where this team stands — what's clicking, what still needs work, and which players are making a strong case for themselves heading into the regular season.Speaking of which: roster cuts are coming. We get into who's fighting for a spot, who's likely safe, and who could be on the bubble as the Liberty finalize their 2025 squad.It's a big week for Liberty basketball. Let's get into it.🔔 Subscribe and hit the bell so you never miss a live episode of Gotta Get Up!👇🏽  Drop your questions and takes in the chat — we want to hear from Liberty Nation!

LIVE  - April 27, 2026 at 7:30 p.m. ETThe W is back, and we are RIGHT here for it. 🗽We kick things off with a full breakdown of Saturday's preseason opener at Barclays — the Liberty dropped a 109-91 decision to the Indiana Fever, but honestly? There's a lot to unpack beyond the final score. Han Xu lead all Liberty scorers with 20 points in her return to Barclays Center, while Breanna Stewart dropped 16 points and grabbed five rebounds in just TWELVE minutes. Caitlin Clark made her return to WNBA action, rookie Raven Johnson turned heads in a big way, and we got our first real look at this new-look Liberty roster with Satou Sabally in the mix. We're talking about what we saw, what we liked, and what we're not reading too much into (because it's the preseason, people).Then we get into the conversation Liberty fans have been waiting on. At Sunday's media day, GM Jonathan Kolb broke the organization's silence on Natasha Cloud — calling her a New York legend, pushing back hard on the narrative that her activism had anything to do with her not returning, and explaining what really happened during free agency. We're giving you the full picture, our honest reactions, and the bigger question hanging over all of it: where does Tasha land, and what does the league owe her?00:00 Preseason strategy and shooting focus16:33 Han's basketball growth and communication30:19 Utilizing Caitlin Clark's versatility31:07 Utilizing star player's impact46:29 Satsu Sabali's playoff impact56:25 Discussing Natasha Cloud's future prospects01:08:37 Considering team futures and player longevity01:15:45 Developing young players for success01:26:19 Trusting Sabrina with leadership01:41:25 Liberty's past struggles and improvements01:55:15 Revamping the LA Sparks team02:04:31 Liberty's potential and league dynamics02:10:58 Natasha Cloud's absence and roster changesThis one's for the real ones. Drop your thoughts in the comments — we read everything.🗽 Subscribe so you never miss an episode🔔 Hit the bell for Liberty content all season long#NewYorkLiberty #WNBA #NatashaCloud #GottaGetUp #LibertyNation #WNBAPreseason #CaitlinClark #JonathanKolb

Training camp is open, and the New York Liberty look nothing like the team that lost in the first round to Phoenix a year ago.Brian is LIVE on the scene as the DeMarco era officially begins at Barclays Center — and we have a lot to talk about.🏀 WHAT WE'RE GETTING INTO:🗽 THE DeMARCO ERA BEGINSFour NBA championships. Thirteen years with the Golden State Warriors. Now he's the 10th head coach in Liberty history. Chris DeMarco called this job a "no-brainer" — but what does his system actually look like on the floor? Brian is at camp and we're breaking down first impressions, what's different, and whether a Warriors-influenced system works with this roster.🗽 THE NEW LOOK LIBERTYStewie is back. Sabrina is back. JJ is back. But the roster around them looks very different. Satou Sabally is in Brooklyn after helping Phoenix knock the Liberty out in 2025. Raquel Carrera and Pauline Astier are new faces. And several core pieces from the championship run are gone. What does this team actually look like — and is it better?🗽 WHERE IS TASH CLOUD?Natasha Cloud — three-time All-Defensive Team, 2019 champion, 10.1 points and 5.1 assists per game in seafoam last season — is currently not on any WNBA roster. A week before Opening Night. She broke her silence on Threads Sunday: "I've given my heart to every team and community I've been part of." How does a player of her caliber end up here? Is the salary cap structure under the new CBA the real issue? Is this about fit? Is there still a team that makes sense? We're not just asking the question — we're answering it.📋 THE FULL 2026 LIBERTY TRAINING CAMP ROSTER:Returners: Fiebich, Gardner, Ionescu, Johannès, Jones, StewartPreviously with the Liberty: Allen, Han, Laney-HamiltonNew arrivals: Satou Sabally, Raquel Carrera, Pauline Astier, Marine FauthouxNote: Stewart, Johannès, and Erdoğan join next week following the EuroLeague Women's Final Six. 📬 Subscribe to the WBB Roundup — twice-weekly women's basketball coverage in your inbox: https://wbb-roundup.beehiiv.com/🏀 Subscribe to Gotta Get Up! so you never miss a live show: https://gottagetuppod.transistor.fm/🕗 LIVE: Tuesday, April 21 at 7:30 PM ET#NewYorkLiberty #WNBA #GottaGetUp #NatashaCloud #ChrisDeMarco #LibertyNation #WomensBball #BlackRosieMedia #WBBRoundup #LibertyTrainingCamp

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? And 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.📬 Subscribe to the Women's Basketball Roundup newsletter — twice weekly WBB coverage delivered to your inbox: https://wbb-roundup.beehiiv.com/00:00 Commissioner fields questions at draft06:18 Discussing lineup strategies and teaching13:56 Satu's impact on the team18:46 Deciding on adjusting playing time24:26 Sabrina's role in the 2024 season27:57 Sabrina's improved driving skills37:05 Discussing player lineup strategies40:31 Impact of a longer roster47:51 Managing player minutes and competition49:54 Focus on flexible, switchable lineups58:30 Discussing offensive rebound strategies01:02:04 Discussing Kia's role on the team01:09:23 Discussing Indiana's defensive needs01:13:17 Social media and WNBA engagement01:16:28 Emma Messiman's challenging season in NY01:21:09 Beck Allen's return and team dynamics01:30:52 Adjusting to new team dynamics01:33:49 Discussing Stewie and New York Liberty01:41:41 WNBA podcast schedule update01:43:47 Podcast outro and thanks

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 CHATDrop your takes, questions, Liberty concerns, and UCLA celebrations. We're here for all of it.📰 Not subscribed to the WBB Roundup yet? It's our twice-weekly women's basketball newsletter — and if this week's news is any indication of what this season is going to look like, you need it in your inbox. Subscribe for free at blackrosiemedia.com.🎙️ Gotta Get Up! is a podcast for New York Liberty fans, part of Black Rosie Media — a women's sports media company covering women's basketball and women's hockey with the depth they deserve.──────────────────────────────────────📌 LINKS🌐 Website: blackrosiemedia.com📧 WBB Roundup Newsletter: blackrosiemedia.com/wbb-roundup🐦 Twitter/X: @BLKRosieMedia📸 Instagram: @blackrosiemedia──────────────────────────────────────

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 2026With 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 preview03:23 UConn vs. Notre Dame matchup07:04 South Carolina's offensive improvement12:54 Lauren's growth and mindset15:53 Intro and topics for today's episode18:01 New collective bargaining agreement19:48 Key updates in new CBA23:15 WNBA salary updates and rookie pay28:37 Connecticut Sun's history and legacy30:08 WNBA award payouts increase35:13 Discussing J.J.'s contract options38:40 Team dynamics and Cloud's value41:06 Elite Eight discussion and free agency44:05 Navigating leadership during negotiations48:26 Questions about Chris DeMarco's readiness51:30 Preparing for the upcoming season53:57 Looking ahead to WNBA season56:09 Outro

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.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Follow Black Rosie Media and Gotta Get Up's hosts on social media:BRMBlue Sky (BRM): https://blackrosiemedia.bsky.socialErica L. AyalaBlue Sky: https://elindsay08.bsky.socialBrian FleurantinBlue Sky: https://busyxb.bsky.socialSign up to WBB Roundup to receive women's basketball news in your inbox: https://wbb-roundup.beehiiv.comSupport Black Rosie Media: https://www.blackrosiemedia.com--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ABOUT BLACK ROSIE MEDIABlack Rosie Media is a community for Black women and melanated creators in sports media. We are committed to showing up as advocates for the visibility of Black women and creators of color through original content, events, partnerships, and more. Our goal is to create a space online where Black women and other BIPOC creators are celebrated, appreciated, and equitably compensated for their work. Not only is Black Rosie Media a community for Black women and melanated creators, but it's also a standalone media conglomerate giving these creators a platform for their work. We are a space for news, game coverage, and creative sports content.#wnba #newyorkliberty #womensbasketball

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 #satousaballyCHAPTERS:00:00 - Intro01:14 - Vibe Check04:31 - Courtney Vandersloot 2024 Season10:36 - 2025 Season Outlook for Courtney Vandersloot14:05 - Value Comparison: Courtney Vandersloot's Impact16:16 - Raising the Standard in Women's Basketball19:45 - Satou Sabally Analysis20:40 - CBA Negotiations Overview21:50 - Newsletter Sign-Up24:23 - Courtney Vandersloot's Free Agency Preferences29:50 - Unrivaled Schedule Issues31:47 - Where Will Courtney Vandersloot Play Next?42:09 - Available Guards for New York Liberty47:52 - Marine Johannes vs. Courtney Vandersloot Debate53:17 - Unrivaled Discussion57:20 - In-Person Experience Recap01:01:15 - Media Day Highlights01:17:40 - Impact of the 2-Year Bug on Sloot?01:25:03 - Ellie Wave

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.

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. 

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. GOOD NEWS, LIBERTY FANS!We've started a special Patreon-only podcast ahead of the WNBA Finals. Sign up today to hear exclusive interviews, podcast bloopers, and more!GOTTA GET UP: OVERTIME MEMBERSHIP:patreon.com/BlackRosieMedia

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. GOOD NEWS, LIBERTY FANS!We've started a special Patreon-only podcast ahead of the WNBA Finals. Sign up today to hear exclusive interviews, podcast bloopers, and more!GOTTA GET UP: OVERTIME MEMBERSHIP:patreon.com/BlackRosieMedia

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 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. 

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. 

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. 

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. 

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? PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!This episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless ! Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!This episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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 IIn Part II with Jackie Powell, we discuss:What went between Marine Johannés and Team FranceHas it impacted MJ's play?Thoughts on WNBA prioritizationWill 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 GamesRead Jackie's story on MarineUPCOMING LIBERTY GAMESThursday, August 23 - New York Liberty at Connecticut SunSaturday, August 26 - New York Liberty at Minnesota LynxMonday, August 28 - Las Vegas Aces at New York LibertyFollow Jackie PowellPLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!This episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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 ReviewAugust 15 - Liberty beat Aces 82-63 in Commissioner's Cup August 17 - Aces beat Liberty 88-75August 18 - Liberty beat Phoenix Mercury 85-63Upcoming GamesThursday, August 23 - New York Liberty at Connecticut SunSaturday, August 26 - New York Liberty at Minnesota LynxMonday, August 28 - Las Vegas Aces at New York LibertyFollow Jackie:https://twitter.com/ClassicJpowPLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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 GamesThe Las Vegas Aces defeated the New York Liberty 98-81 on June 29thThe Liberty defeated the Aces 99-61 on August 6thFollow Misha:https://twitter.com/mishthejrnalistFollow Brian:https://twitter.com/busyxbRead Erica's latest story for @CBSSports:https://buff.ly/449JqBO SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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 unlockedMarine Johannes is magicWhat's tea when the  @AtlantaDream comes to Barclays on July 27th?Ionescu Makes History:https://youtu.be/k79aX0pJIGoDallas at New York highlights:https://youtu.be/nWxy8E13BnUIndiana at New York Highlights:https://youtu.be/gZYJ1PzdQnsPrevious Podcast Episode:https://youtu.be/YqJUCkKft9YSUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

Brian Fleurantin and Erica L. Ayala recap a 3-0 run for the  @NewYorkLiberty ahead of the 2023  @WNBA All-Star Weekend. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by  @livebounceless . Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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?SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. Learn more about the Bring Our Families Home Campaign:https://www.bringourfamilieshome.org/Podcast Topics:Sandy Brondello, Liberty Players Embrace Brittney GrinerNew York Wins Over Phoenix at BarclaysWhat Did We Learn From the Atlanta Loss?Does the Liberty Have a Point Guard Problem?SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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 ConcernsMinnesota at New York postponedSabrina Ionescu makes New York Liberty history in AtlantaRecapping the Sabally Sisters reunionTakeaways from 102-93 win over Dallas WingsIs this New York Liberty tea overrated?!SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

"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 JohannèsWhat's up with Sabrina Ionescu?Upcoming Liberty scheduleSUPPORT OUR SPONSORSThis episode is sponsored by @livebounceless. Use promo code BRM for 15% off your first Bounceless Control Sports Bra at Bounceless.com. 

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. Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@BLKRosieMedia

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.  Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@BLKRosieMediaFind Black Rosie Media on:➡️INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/blackrosiemedia/➡️TWITTER: https://twitter.com/BlackRosieMedia👥Facebook: @BLKRosieMedia💬Website: BlackRosieMedia.comThe Greatest Team Ever? | Gotta Get UP - A Podcast for #newyorkliberty fans