Liberty F.M.

The New York Liberty are 22–15 through 37 games—the exact same record they had at this point last season. Eight months after Jonathan Kolb introduced Chris DeMarco as the coach who could take this team to another level, are the Liberty actually any closer to becoming a championship team?
François discusses:
The disconnect between Jonathan Kolb's vision and the reality
What Chris DeMarco has improved—and where he's falling short
The Liberty's lack of a consistent defensive identity
DeMarco's game management and struggles to "stop the bleeding"
What the WNBA's top coaches show about accountability and leadership
Why the Liberty aren't showing enough progress from last season
Defensive collapses and missed opportunities against Indiana, LA and Connecticut
Natasha Cloud's career night in Chicago—and the irony behind it
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The New York Liberty have won seven of their last eight games and are finally showing signs of finding their identity. But Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's departure has left plenty of questions about the team, its direction and how the organization handled the situation.
François discusses:
The emotional fallout from Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's departure
The contradictions surrounding her DNPs and the Liberty's communication
Chris DeMarco's role and the fans' reaction
Why Marine Fauthoux deserves her opportunity
Rebecca Allen's impact since returning to the starting lineup
Sabrina Ionescu's resurgence and why she needs to lead the offense
The growing connection between Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones
Why Stewie's improved three-point shooting could be crucial
Whether the Liberty's seven-of-eight stretch is a real turnaround or simply a favorable stretch of games
Chris DeMarco, Jonathan Kolb and the bigger question: What is the Liberty's identity?
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After four straight losses, the New York Liberty desperately needed a response. And before the All-Star break, they finally got one.
With back-to-back wins against the Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky, New York stopped the bleeding—but are they truly turning the season around, or did they simply avoid a deeper crisis?
François discusses:
- What really caused the Liberty's four-game losing streak
- Why injuries don't fully explain New York's struggles
- Chris DeMarco's search for the team's identity 
- The signs of life from the Dallas win
- Sabrina Ionescu's incredible overtime takeover 
- Marine Fauthoux's breakout performance 
- The continued mystery surrounding Betnijah Laney-Hamilton 
- The win over Chicago: proof of progress or just a temporary fix?
- Why the Liberty's stars remain the foundation of their championship hopes
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Fresh off winning the Commissioner's Cup and following it up with an impressive victory over the Minnesota Lynx, the New York Liberty suddenly look like a team rediscovering its championship identity.
But was it simply two good wins—or the true turning point of their season?
François discusses:
- Why the Commissioner's Cup could change the Liberty's season
- Sabrina Ionescu finding her rhythm again
- Breanna Stewart's leadership and MVP performance
- Jonquel Jones' dominance on both ends
- The defensive adjustments behind back-to-back statement wins
- Pauline Astier's growing impact on the rotation
- Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's recent DNPs
- Why consistency will determine New York's title defense
The Liberty are chasing something much bigger than the Commissioner's Cup. If these last two games are any indication, New York may finally be building the habits needed to defend their WNBA championship.
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Coming off consecutive losses on their West Coast road trip, the New York Liberty head into the Commissioner's Cup Final searching for answers after a frustrating 76-67 defeat to the Golden State Valkyries.
François discusses:
- How Golden State's defense completely disrupted the Liberty's offensive rhythm
- The pivotal 11-0 run before halftime that changed the game
- Why New York's offense fell into hesitation and hero basketball
- Defensive breakdowns, over-helping, and losing the battle in the paint despite a size advantage
- What Chris DeMarco, Breanna Stewart, and Sabrina Ionescu had to say after another disappointing performance
- Whether these struggles are simply growing pains—or signs of deeper issues the Liberty must solve quickly
The talent is still there. The championship expectations haven't changed. But with the Commissioner's Cup Final against the Las Vegas Aces just around the corner, the Liberty have little time to turn potential into consistency.
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After an eight-game winning streak and a trip to the Commissioner's Cup Final, the New York Liberty look like contenders once again—but the bigger questions haven't disappeared.
François discusses:
- The defensive adjustments that sparked the turnaround
- Chris DeMarco's impact on both ends of the floor
- Pauline Astier's impressive emergence and Marine Johannes' polarizing role
- Why Jonquel Jones is looking like her championship self again
- The concerns about rotations, consistency, and recurring effort issues
- Why the upcoming stretch could define the Liberty's season
The Liberty have shown just how high their ceiling can be. Now it's about proving they can reach it every night.
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After a tough game against Portland, Pauline Astier opens up on the WNBA grind, the quick turnaround between games, and how she’s adjusting to the league’s relentless pace 🇫🇷🗽
“It’s a grind… we’re just focused on the next game.”
 

After today’s Liberty practice, Marine Johannès opened up about criticism, social media, motivation, and the team’s response after the Portland loss 🇫🇷🗽
“Sometimes it motivates me to prove people wrong.”

After an emotional start to the new era in New York, the early-season reality check has arrived.
François discusses:
- Turnovers and defensive breakdowns across three games
- Why inconsistency, not effort, is the real issue
- The early bright spots
- Why the ceiling is still real when it clicks
- Why it’s too early to panic — but not to ignore patterns
It’s early. It’s messy. But the ceiling is still there.
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Felicia and François are back for Season 4 of Liberty F.M. — and after the heartbreak of how last season ended, a new era has officially begun in New York.
We discuss:
- How Chris DeMarco’s vision compares to the style Liberty fans have grown used to.- The biggest roster changes and which players could define this season.- Early takeaways from wins over Connecticut and Washington.- Why the Liberty already look dangerous despite missing key pieces.- What challenges and opportunities lie ahead this season.- What’s new for Liberty F.M. as we begin our fourth season covering this team we love.
A new season. A new voice. A new beginning.
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