Liberty get one last chance to work out kinks in preseason as Chris DeMarco’s vision takes shape
The New York Liberty are using their final preseason game against the Connecticut Sun to refine their new offensive system under head coach Chris DeMarco. Despite a flawed first preseason outing marked by poor execution and 22 turnovers, the team is focused on gradual improvement and building solid habits. With several key players still absent or limited, the Liberty aim to show progress in spacing, decision-making, and defensive coordination before their season opener.
- ▪The Liberty committed 22 turnovers in their first preseason game and executed the correct offensive actions less than 30% of the time.
- ▪Head coach Chris DeMarco is emphasizing structure and habit-building over flashy play, aiming for long-term success.
- ▪Players like Marine Johannès and Pauline Astier have recently joined, but Leonie Fiebich and Raquel Carrera remain with their Spanish club Valencia.
- ▪Several other players, including Rebecca Allen and Satou Sabally, have had limited practice participation as they prepare for the season.
- ▪DeMarco is prioritizing consistent spacing, defensive switches, and team communication as key areas for improvement.
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WNBA New York Liberty Liberty get one last chance to work out kinks in preseason as Chris DeMarco’s vision takes shape By Madeline Kenney Published May 2, 2026, 7:55 p.m. ET The Liberty’s last tuneup before the season starts later this week isn’t about the final score. Instead, Sunday’s preseason finale against the Connecticut Sun is a checkpoint for the Liberty. It’s a chance for Chris DeMarco to experiment with lineup combinations and measure how well the team has adopted the basics of the new offensive system. He’ll be looking for chemistry, rhythm and improvements from the team’s first preseason game. We’ve got you covered on the Liberty beat Join Post Sports+ for exciting subscriber-only features, including real-time texting with Madeline Kenney about all things Liberty and WNBA.
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