"Emma Meesseman, former WNBA Finals MVP, joins Liberty team, enhancing New York's prospects for another championship title"
Emma Meesseman Joins the New York Liberty: A Championship Contender Adds a Proven Winner
Emma Meesseman, a three-time EuroLeague MVP and the only non-American player to win the WNBA Finals MVP award, has signed with the New York Liberty. The move is seen as a significant boost for the Liberty, who are aiming for a championship run in 2025.
Meesseman's impressive career began when she was a second-round pick in 2013, spending the first seven seasons of her career with the Washington Mystics. During her time with the Mystics, she helped the team win their only championship in 2019, earning the Finals MVP honour in the process.
Meesseman's versatility on the court is one of her most notable assets. She is a career 37.1% 3-point shooter in the WNBA and can also operate out of the post. Her excellent passing skills for a big player make her a valuable asset to any team.
Meesseman's decision to join the Liberty was influenced by several factors. The team's current roster situation, championship aspirations, and personal connections with the coaching staff seemed to play a crucial role. Her debut with the Liberty was well received, helping the team snap a losing streak, affirming a good fit.
The Liberty have been struggling recently, losing three games in a row, their longest losing streak since 2022. However, they remain slight favourites to win it all. As long as Breanna Stewart remains sidelined due to a right knee bone bruise, Meesseman is expected to slide into the starting lineup at the four and will help replace a significant portion of Stewart's production.
The Liberty boast the most versatile frontcourt in the league with Meesseman, Stewart, and Jones. The question of whether Meesseman will remain in the starting lineup once Stewart is healthy will be determined in due time.
Meesseman's success doesn't stop at the WNBA. She has also been dominating European hoops, winning EuroBasket titles in 2023 and 2025 and Turkish Super League titles and EuroLeague titles with Fenerbahce. She was named MVP of both the EuroBasket tournaments and the Turkish Super League Finals in 2023 and 2025, as well as the EuroLeague MVP in 2023, 2024, and 2025.
Despite her impressive resume, Meesseman is not much of a rim protector on defense. However, her high-IQ defense, great hands, and ability to battle down low and hold her own on switches make her a valuable asset.
The Liberty are hopeful that Stewart will be back well before the playoffs. Until then, Meesseman's addition to the team is expected to provide a much-needed boost as they continue their pursuit of a championship.
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