# The Liberty TAKE Commissioner's Cup | Sabrina Ionescu Erupts for 26 & Alyssa Thomas Calls Out WNBA

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Podcast: [Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-women-s-basketball-daily-podcast-on-the-wnba-909425)
Published: 2026-07-01T15:18:42+00:00
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## Resource

The New York Liberty are your 2026 WNBA Commissioner's Cup Champions! Sabrina Ionescu broke out of her shooting slump with 26 points and five three-pointers, while Breanna Stewart posted 25 points and 11 rebounds to earn Commissioner's Cup MVP as New York defeated the Las Vegas Aces 93-85. In today's episode, we break down: 🏆 Liberty vs. Aces Commissioner's Cup recap 🔥 Sabrina Ionescu's 26-point breakout performance ⭐ Breanna Stewart wins Commissioner's Cup MVP 🚑 How A'ja Wilson's absence impacted Las Vegas 🎙️ Alyssa Thomas calls out WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert over player safety concerns 🗳️ 2026 WNBA All-Star voting update and who deserves to start in Chicago Who impressed you the most in the Commissioner's Cup? Should Alyssa Thomas have received more support from the league? And who are your All-Star starters? Let us know in the comments!

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