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Stewart’s 30 Points Lead Liberty Over Fever 83-75

6/7/2026

Summary

Stewart Powers Comeback

The New York Liberty beat the Indiana Fever 83-75 on June 6, 2026 at Barclays Center.
Breanna Stewart scored a game-high 30 points to spark the Liberty’s comeback.
The team erased a 12-point third-quarter deficit and outscored Indiana 29-18 in the fourth.
Caitlin Clark finished with 10 points on 4-for-14 shooting, adding seven rebounds and nine assists.

Summary

Indiana Seeks Repeat

The Commissioner's Cup game between Indiana and New York Liberty carries a $500,000 prize and counts every game from June 1-17 toward the tournament, excluding the final.
Indiana entered as defending champion hoping to repeat.
New York Liberty, the 2023 Cup champion and 2024 runner-up, was a –2.5-point favorite with a 175.5 over/under.
Sabrina Ionescu was questionable with back soreness while Caitlin Clark played despite a recent stomach bug and back issues.

History

Historical Context

In 1997 the WNBA launched with eight teams and the Houston Comets beat the New York Liberty to claim the league’s first championship. The Liberty’s 83-75 win over the Indiana Fever in the 2026 Commissioner's Cup, which offered a $500,000 prize, mirrors that early rivalry and reflects the league’s growth from its eight-team launch.

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Stewart Powers Comeback

The New York Liberty beat the Indiana Fever 83-75 on June 6, 2026 at Barclays Center.
Breanna Stewart scored a game-high 30 points to spark the Liberty’s comeback.
The team erased a 12-point third-quarter deficit and outscored Indiana 29-18 in the fourth.
Caitlin Clark finished with 10 points on 4-for-14 shooting, adding seven rebounds and nine assists.

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