Courtney Vandersloot Articles - Page 2

Indiana FeverCaitlin Clark admits frustration even after historic Fever game vs. Wings

In Wednesday’s game, Indiana Fever top-overall pick Caitlin Clark checked these three notable boxes. (1) Clark surpassed teammate Erica Wheeler for the most single-season assists in Fever franchise history. (2) Clark set the all-time single-game rookie assist record. (3) In turn, Clark overtook 13-year vet Courtney Vandersloot to set the WNBA single-game assist record with […]

New York LibertyLiberty react to defensive 'quarterback' Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's injury

The New York Liberty are preparing for Betnijah Laney-Hamilton to be at full strength for the season’s stretch run. The Liberty guard underwent successful surgery on her right knee on Tuesday at the Hospital for Special Surgery in New York. She’s expected to take 4-6 weeks rehabbing the knee, which coincidentally lines up perfectly with […]

New York LibertySabrina Ionescu's reaction to bonkers Jonquel Jones stat highlights Liberty's strength

As the New York Liberty’s roster continues to shrink, the connection between Jonquel Jones and Sabrina Ionescu only seems to run deeper. Betnijah Laney-Hamilton sat out Thursday with a knee injury, making three New York players unavailable against the Los Angeles Sparks. It ultimately didn’t matter as the Liberty won 93-80, bouncing back from a […]

New York LibertyLiberty's Courtney Vandersloot breaks Sue Bird WNBA Finals record in Game 3 win vs. Aces

The Las Vegas Aces could not completely sweep off the title hopes of an optimistic New York Liberty squad. Most fans thought the WNBA Finals series would have been under wraps after the second game. But, the trio of Breanna Stewart, Courtney Vandersloot, and Sabrina Ionescu did not want to let go of their chances […]

New York LibertyLiberty's Courtney Vandersloot passes Lindsay Whalen in All-Time Playoff assists

New York Liberty guard Courtney Vandersloot passed former Minnesota Lynx guard Lindsay Whalen for second place on the All-Time WNBA Playoffs assists list, according to a Sunday tweet from the WNBA. FLOOR GENERAL ‼@Sloot22 has passed Lindsay Whalen for 2nd on the All-Time Playoffs assists list with 342 and counting 📺 ABC | #WNBAFinals | […]

New York LibertyCourtney Vandersloot enters Sue Bird territory with insane assist record

The WNBA playoffs are fully underway as the Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty begin what many believe will be a collision course in the WNBA Finals. The Liberty ended the regular season on a high note, albeit their loss to the Washington Mystics at home, and look like the biggest threat to knock […]

New York LibertyHow Liberty's game-changing Breanna Stewart-Courtney Vandersloot-Jonquel Jones team-up happened

No team in the WNBA boasts more star power than the Las Vegas Aces, but the defending champions aren’t the only juggernaut vying for the title as the 2023 playoffs underway. The revamped New York Liberty were every bit as dominant as their Western Conference counterparts during the regular season, and have the frigid winters […]

New York LibertySabrina Ionescu, Courtney Vandersloot fire back at Liberty's superteam moniker

The New York Liberty boast one of the best rosters in the WNBA, leading many to dub them a ‘superteam.’ Teams with three All-Stars rarely miss that mantra, but the Liberty haven’t won anything with that superstar trio, at least not yet. Led by Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart and Courtney Vandersloot, the Liberty enter the […]

New York LibertyLiberty star Courtney Vandersloot secures rare 20-5-10-5 feat seen just once before in WNBA history

New York Liberty star Courtney Vandersloot put up a historic stat line against the Chicago Sky in the Liberty’s 86-69 win, becoming just the second player in WNBA history to put up at least 20 points, 5 rebounds, 10 assists and 5 steals. Floor General. Scorer. Defender. SHE DOES IT ALL@Sloot22 is now the 2nd […]

New York LibertyCourtney Vandersloot joins Sue Bird in extremely exclusive WNBA club in Liberty win vs Lynx

The New York Liberty are one of the best teams in the WNBA this season, and after Saturday night’s drubbing of the Minnesota Lynx, the Liberty improved to 27-7. The only team in the league with a better record is the Las Vegas Aces, who are currently 30-5. A big reason for the success this […]

New York LibertyCourtney Vandersloot enters Sue Bird territory with historic milestone vs. Aces

The New York Liberty got a massive win against the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday. In what many perceive as a possible WNBA Finals matchup, the Liberty came out firing in route to a 99-61 win at home against the team that has the best record in the league. The Liberty got big contributions from […]

New York LibertyLiberty's Courtney Vandersloot barges into extremely exclusive WNBA territory, joins Sue Bird, Ticha Penicheiro

The New York Liberty faced off against an insanely talented Las Vegas Aces squad led by Candace Parker and A’ja Wilson. Courtney Vandersloot had to give it her all against the defending WNBA champions such that they can reclaim the top spot in the standings. The Floor General made history alongside Sue Bird and Ticha […]

New York LibertyCourtney Vandersloot's emotionally honest take on 'surreal' return to Chicago

Courtney Vandersloot made her emotional return to the Windy City Friday night when the New York Liberty beat the Chicago Sky 77-76. It marked Vandersloot’s first game against the Sky, with whom she played the first 12 seasons of her WNBA career. After defeating her former team, the Liberty star reflected on her time in […]

New York LibertyLiberty: 4 reasons New York's new superteam will win 2023 WNBA Finals

The New York Liberty are one of the most exciting teams in the WNBA in 2023. They have a star-studded roster led by Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu. If they can stay healthy, they have a good chance of winning their first WNBA championship since 2017. Here we will look at four reasons why the […]

Chicago SkyAllie Quigley pens sentimental message to Chicago Sky's fanbase

Allie Quigley won’t be suiting up in Chicago Sky blue and yellow in 2023 but she gave a statement to fans for the first time since the news broke last month. “I have decided to take the upcoming season off,” Quigley said in a statement posted on the Sky’s social media pages. “I wanted to […]

New York LibertyCourtney Vandersloot joins Breanna Stewart on Liberty in major free agency move

The New York Liberty is building something special. Just a day after signing two-time Finals MVP and 2022 scoring champion Breanna Stewart, versatile guard Courtney Vandersloot is also joining the franchise. Instead of a reporter announcing the news, she revealed her next move on Twitter: “#BREAKING Courtney Vandersloot is signing with the New York Liberty🗽✍🏼” […]

Chicago SkyCourtney Vandersloot posts heartfelt message after news of her Sky exit

The Chicago Sky, despite only being less than two years removed from their 2021 WNBA championship win, are at a crossroads. Four of their best players in Candace Parker, Emma Meesseman, Courtney Vandersloot, and Allie Quigley are currently free agents, which means that a potential rebuild could be on the horizon should they decide to […]

Chicago SkyCourtney Vandersloot's legendary Sky career taking a major turn

There won’t be a 13th season for Courtney Vandersloot with the Chicago Sky. That is after the WNBA star confirmed that she won’t be returning to the team amid her free agency. Vandersloot confirmed the decision on Tuesday, noting that she is looking for a fresh start with a new team after spending 12 years […]

Chicago SkyRUMOR: Courtney Vandersloot draws interest from Liberty, Storm as free agency looms

The Chicago Sky, after losing to the Connecticut Sun in the semifinals of the 2022 WNBA playoffs, are at a crossroads as a franchise. After four straight postseason berths, which includes a championship win in 2021, the Sky appear to be in danger of losing multiple core players in free agency, including longtime floor general […]

Chicago SkyCourtney Vandersloot, Liberty have 'mutual interest' in joining forces in 2023

According to Howard Megdal of The Next, long-time Chicago Sky point guard Courtney Vandersloot and the New York Liberty have “mutual interest” in teaming up in 2023. During a recent appearance on Locked On Women Basketball Network’s podcast, Megdal said there have been internal discussions about bringing in the WNBA’s third all-time leader in assists. […]

Seattle StormBreanna Stewart headlines 3 best WNBA free agents

WNBA free agency doesn’t start until after the New Year but front offices are already thinking about how to navigate a loaded 2023 free agent class. Here are the top free agents to look out for before free agency starts in two months. Breanna Stewart 2022 stats: 21.8 PPG, 7.6 RPG, 2.9 APG, 1.6 SPG, […]

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