The New York Liberty's star-studded squad was missing something as the 2024 regular season came to a close. Although a team with Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones and Breanna Stewart finished with a WNBA-best 32-8 record, head coach Sandy Brondello decided that rookie forward Leonie Fiebich needed to be in the starting lineup when the playoffs began.

New York Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello is one of the most qualified people fit to coach a championship-level team. Brondello has more experience in the WNBA than almost every other coach. The only current coach who can top her tenure is Cheryl Reeve,

Following the loss to the Liberty, Reese spoke out with a bold message about her new head coach Tyler Marsh. Her message was all about supporting the first-year Sky lead man. Read more: Chicago Sky Star Angel Reese Receives Pointed Message From Candace Parker

In addition to her WNBA role, Brondello has served as head coach of the Australian women’s national team since 2017. On a separate note, the New York Knicks relieved five-year head coach Tom Thibodeau of his duties last week, despite just having their most successful season since 2000.

After watching the Liberty on Tuesday, UCLA coach Cori Close picked up her phone and texted her former player.

Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello provided the latest Jonquel Jones injury update before Saturday's game against the Fever.

New York Liberty Receive High Marks On Early WNBA Success originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

The Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 85-66 on Tuesday, becoming the ninth team in WNBA history to start a season 9-0