Liberty Reserve Sparks Comeback Over Storm

The New York Liberty defeated the Seattle Storm 84-76 on Friday night, snapping a five-game road losing streak. Kennedy Burke emerged as the pivotal player, scoring all 13 of her points in the second half to spark the comeback victory.

While Breanna Stewart led the team with 24 points and a season-high five blocks, and Leonie Fiebich contributed a career-high 21 points, Burke's impact was decisive. After being scoreless in the first half, she entered late in the third quarter with New York trailing by nine and scored eight points in the period to narrow the deficit to one heading into the fourth.

Burke's aggressiveness and defensive effort were crucial; she forced a key turnover in the final quarter and finished with a game-high +17 plus-minus rating. Her performance underscored the trust placed in her by coach Sandy Brondello, allowing her to play through early struggles and deliver in critical moments.

Despite a bench strengthened by high-profile additions, Burke's continuity from last season's Finals team provides stability and understanding of the system, making her an essential presence for the Liberty's title aspirations. The team avoided a season sweep by Seattle and will next face the Washington Mystics.