What happened: The New York Liberty defeated the Washington Mystics 86-64 on Sunday to finish a perfect 5-0 in qualifying and clinch the Eastern Conference spot in the 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Championship. Breanna Stewart anchored the defense with a

Why it matters: The victory secures New York's third appearance in the Commissioner's Cup final, where they will compete for a $500,000 prize pool on June 30. The Liberty have now won seven consecutive games overall, cementing their position as the dominant force in the Eastern Conference.

What to watch: The Liberty will face the Western Conference representative in the championship game on June 30. Hosting rights will be determined by the team with the better overall regular-season record.