Sabrina Ionescu References SGA After Liberty’s Win

New York, NY – The conversation around NBA star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has reached the WNBA. After the New York Liberty defeated the Golden State Valkyries 82-77 on Thursday night, Liberty coach Sandy Brondello was asked if she had ever seen a player draw 16 fouls like forward Breanna Stewart did during the game.

Sabrina Ionescu, a standout player for the Liberty, couldn’t help but join in during the postgame press conference, making a clever comparison to Gilgeous-Alexander by saying, ‘SGA.’ Her comment prompted laughter in the room, and Ionescu’s expression suggested she was aware of the humor in her reference.

The moment sparked joy among reporters and fans alike, illustrating the growing interconnections between the two leagues. This comes at a time when both the Liberty and the Oklahoma City Thunder, the team Gilgeous-Alexander plays for, are aiming for championships in their respective leagues.

The Thunder have not secured a championship since relocating to Oklahoma City in 2008. As Gilgeous-Alexander continues to thrive and chase MVP honors, the comparisons to players like Stewart and situations in the WNBA high-light the evolving discussion around performance and talent across both leagues.

With the playoffs approaching, the focus remains on whether the Thunder can overcome their championship drought, while Ionescu and the Liberty aim for continued success this season.