Updates on Breanna Stewart's injury: The standout player for the Liberty team emphasizes her determination to make a comeback prior to her birthday on August 27.
Breanna Stewart, the star player for the New York Liberty, is aiming to make a comeback to the court by her 31st birthday on August 27, 2025, following a right knee bone bruise injury sustained on July 26, 2025.
Stewart has been rehabbing and recently participated fully in practice, showing positive progress. However, the team is being cautious and not rushing her comeback. Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello noted that Stewart is headed in the right direction but did not specify an exact return date, emphasizing continued buildup and care over the next days.
The injury occurred during a last-second loss to the Los Angeles Sparks on July 26, minutes into the game. Stewart drove to the basket, went up for a contested layup, and asked for a substitution after the play, indicating her injury.
Despite missing 10 games so far, Stewart remains optimistic and has been working out and training steadily. The coaching staff aims to have her back soon yet prioritizes her full readiness to avoid setbacks. Stewart herself has called her birthday a "non-negotiable" deadline for returning, expressing confidence in her recovery and eagerness to get back on the court with her team.
The Liberty have been doing well in Stewart's absence, currently holding the second spot in the league with a record of 20-10 as of Sunday. The arrival of former Finals MVP Emma Meesseman has contributed significantly to their recent success. However, Stewart's return would mean missing at least seven more games, including the final two Finals rematches with the Minnesota Lynx and road games against the Las Vegas Aces and Atlanta Dream.
Coach Brondello has stated that they will be cautious with Stewart to ensure her full recovery. The team plans to return Stewart by the end of August, but the exact date is yet to be determined. The Liberty lost their first four games after Stewart's injury, but have since won three in a row. With Stewart's potential return on the horizon, the Liberty are looking forward to a strong finish to the regular season.
[1] New York Post
[2] ESPN
[3] Sports Illustrated
[4] NBC Sports
[5] CBS Sports
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