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Liberty defeat Mercury 75-68 as Astier shines in place of Ionescu with 16 points.
Gardner credits defense for keeping Liberty ahead in a gritty playoff-like clash.
Liberty edge Mercury behind a late run, clinching the win after a tight game.
Astier stepped up as Ionescu’s replacement, delivering efficient EuroLeague-experienced scoring.
Jones provides interior presence as Liberty balance offense and defense.
Barclays Center hosts a competitive game that included a lively halftime performance.
Liberty improve to 5-4 and move above .500 with back-to-back wins.
Mercury’s offense struggled as Liberty defense forced turnovers and contained key players.
Liberty coach Chris DeMarco notes adjustments and lineup exploration.

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Laney-Hamilton re-entered the Liberty lineup and helped fuel a 23-0 run in the win over Phoenix.
Laney-Hamilton emphasized her willingness to adapt to what the team needs, including coming off the bench.
Liberty coach Chris DeMarco said Ionescu is day-to-day with back soreness, not related to a prior injury.
Laney-Hamilton is described as a versatile, glue player capable of leading on defense and contributing on offense.
Sabally praised Laney-Hamilton’s defense, noting her ability to guard multiple positions.
Laney-Hamilton contributed across stats, supporting the bench and closing lineup after returning from knee surgery.
The team is navigating injuries as Ionescu works toward a full return.
The Liberty aim to build rhythm after a disrupted start to the season.
The game was played at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn during a period of team adjustments.

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Pauline Astier scored 16 points to spark the Liberty’s 75-68 win over Phoenix.
New York used a 13-5 run late in the fourth to go up by 10 with 6:59 left.
Satou Sabally returned for New York and played off the bench in 10 minutes.
Phoenix trimmed the deficit to 67-65 with 3:16 remaining before Astier’s late free throws.
Kahleah Copper scored 16 for Phoenix, including a late push in the second half.
New York improved to 5-4 while Phoenix dropped to 2-7 after the loss.
DeWanna Bonner’s 30-foot attempt late was off as Phoenix failed to tie late.
Astier sealed the win with two late free throws with 8.8 seconds left.
New York’s defense blocked Kahleah Copper at the end of a key sequence to stop the Mercury surge.
The Mercury extended a five-game losing streak with the Friday defeat.