What happened: New York Liberty forward Breanna Stewart has been named the WNBA Eastern Conference Player of the Week for games played from June 1 to June 7. Stewart led the Liberty to a 2-0 record during the stretch, highlighted by a 30-point performance against the Indiana Fever.
Why it matters: The honor marks Stewart's 20th career weekly award and her second of the 2026 season. Her dominant play keeps the New York Liberty firmly in contention for the top seed in the Eastern Conference as they maintain an 8-4 record.
By the numbers: Points: 24.5 PPG | Rebounds: 8.5 RPG | Assists: 3.0 APG | Steals: 2.0 SPG | Team Record (Week): 2-0
What to watch: The Liberty continue their road trip against the Connecticut Sun, looking to extend their winning streak.