Uncasville, Connecticut – Sandy Bondello described it as “lit,” while Sabrina Ionescu got goosebumps. They both knew the New York Liberty would win Game 4 on Sunday. In the final minute of the game, Jonquel Jones stole a pass from Tiffany Hayes, started a transition push, drew a foul, and sank two free throws, bringing the Liberty closer to an 87-84 victory. This win not only clinched their semifinal series but also secured their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2002. Jones, with 25 points and 15 rebounds, recorded her sixth consecutive double-double. Ionescu praised Jones for her patience and ability to seize opportunities when the defense relaxes.
About a year ago, Jones left the Connecticut Sun after losing to the Aces in the WNBA Finals. She requested a trade to the Liberty during the offseason, which led to a challenging transition as she had to adapt to a completely different playstyle. Ionescu highlighted the adjustment to the Liberty’s pace and speed, as well as understanding the dynamics of pick-and-roll sequences.
On Sunday, Jones made a significant impact from the beginning of the game, drawing fouls and displaying strong offense in the paint. She scored 25 points, the second-highest in her Liberty career, with 11 of those points coming in the crucial fourth quarter. Jones aimed to shoot whenever she had an open opportunity, whether it was a three-pointer or a shot in the paint. Head coach Sandy Brondello commended Jones’ hard work and ability to find positioning despite opposing players surrounding her.
With the Liberty still vying for the championship, Jones has another chance to finally win her first WNBA title. After winning the MVP award this year, she hopes to overcome the disappointment from her previous finals appearance and perform at her best. Jones approaches the finals with the mindset of leaving everything on the court and finally securing a championship victory.
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