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Liberty Signs Allen, Astier to Boost Championship Hopes

4/13/2026

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New York Liberty signs Rebecca Allen and Pauline Astier during the first weekend of free agency.
Rebecca Allen returns on a one-year, $350,000 contract and averaged 5.1 points last season.
Pauline Astier joins as a French point guard after EuroLeague performances to back up Natasha Cloud.
Allen's return may impact Rebekah Gardner's role, as Gardner considers a trade for more playing time, with team aiming for a championship run.

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Story summary

New York Liberty signs Rebecca Allen and Pauline Astier during the first weekend of free agency.
Rebecca Allen returns on a one-year, $350,000 contract and averaged 5.1 points last season.
Pauline Astier joins as a French point guard after EuroLeague performances to back up Natasha Cloud.
Allen's return may impact Rebekah Gardner's role, as Gardner considers a trade for more playing time, with team aiming for a championship run.