Liberty F.M.

The New York Liberty have won seven of their last eight games and are finally showing signs of finding their identity. But Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's departure has left plenty of questions about the team, its direction and how the organization handled the situation.

François discusses:

• The emotional fallout from Betnijah Laney-Hamilton's departure

• The contradictions surrounding her DNPs and the Liberty's communication

• Chri...

After four straight losses, the New York Liberty desperately needed a response. And before the All-Star break, they finally got one.

With back-to-back wins against the Dallas Wings and Chicago Sky, New York stopped the bleeding—but are they truly turning the season around, or did they simply avoid a deeper crisis?

François discusses:

- What really caused the Liberty's four-game losin...

Fresh off winning the Commissioner's Cup and following it up with an impressive victory over the Minnesota Lynx, the New York Liberty suddenly look like a team rediscovering its championship identity.

But was it simply two good wins—or the true turning point of their season?

François discusses:

- Why the Commissioner's Cup could change the Liberty's season

- Sabrina Ionescu finding her rhythm again

- Breanna Stewart's leaders...

Coming off consecutive losses on their West Coast road trip, the New York Liberty head into the Commissioner's Cup Final searching for answers after a frustrating 76-67 defeat to the Golden State Valkyries.

François discusses:

- How Golden State's defense completely disrupted the Liberty's offensive rhythm

- The pivotal 11-0 run before halftime that changed the game

- Why New York's...

After an eight-game winning streak and a trip to the Commissioner's Cup Final, the New York Liberty look like contenders once again—but the bigger questions haven't disappeared.

François discusses:

- The defensive adjustments that sparked the turnaround

- Chris DeMarco's impact on both ends of the floor

- Pauline Astier's impressive emergence and Marine Johannes' polarizing ro...

After an emotional start to the new era in New York, the early-season reality check has arrived.

François discusses:

- Turnovers and defensive breakdowns across three games

- Why inconsistency, not effort, is the real issue

- The early bright spots

- Why the ceiling is still real when it clicks

- Why it’s too early to panic — but not to ignore patterns

It’s early. It’s messy. But the ceiling is still there.

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Felicia and François are back for Season 4 of Liberty F.M. — and after the heartbreak of how last season ended, a new era has officially begun in New York.

We discuss:

- How Chris DeMarco’s vision compares to the style Liberty fans have grown used to. - The biggest roster changes and which players could define this season. - Early takeaways from wins over Connecticut and...

Felicia and François are back after a grueling road trip for the Liberty — one defined by injuries, tough losses, and the lingering question of whether New York is running out of time. But with stars returning and flashes of dominance resurfacing, there’s still a glimmer of hope as the season winds down.

We break down:

• Whether the Liberty’s injuries are too much to overcome — or if deeper issues are at ...

Felicia and François are back after a whirlwind stretch for the Liberty — from a surprising slip against the Chicago Sky, to a short-handed loss in Atlanta, to a hard-fought win over Connecticut in Breanna Stewart’s return. The ups and downs made clear: there’s still work to do before the playoffs.

We break down:

• How Chicago exposed some of New York’s biggest weaknesses.
• Whether injuries are the main cu...

Felicia and François are back after a tough road trip that saw the Liberty stumble against the Aces and Lynx — but New York bounced back at home with an 85–75 win over Minnesota, showing sharper focus and a different mentality from the jump.

We break down:

• The Liberty’s locked-in start and how mindset set the tone.
• Smart defensive adjustments to limit Courtney Williams and Kayla McBride.
• Sabrina Ionescu&rsquo...

Felicia and François are back after a rollercoaster stretch for the Liberty — from snapping a four-game skid with an inspiring three-game winning streak, to a frustrating home loss against the Minnesota Lynx that brought some old issues back to the surface.

They break down:

• Sabrina Ionescu’s MVP-caliber tear — dominating vs. Connecticut with 36 points while showing she’s more than just a shooter, plus ...

Felicia and François are back as the Liberty hit a rough patch, dropping four straight games — with disappointing losses to the Dallas Wings and Connecticut Sun, and a more encouraging fight against the Minnesota Lynx.

They break down:

• Why defensive lapses are the Liberty’s biggest concern right now
• Leonie Fiebich’s challenging road trip and how it impacts the team
• Stephanie Talbot’s flashes of impact &...

Felicia and François are back to recap the final two games of the Liberty’s 8-game homestand — an 89–76 win over the Phoenix Mercury followed by a tough 101–99 loss to the LA Sparks.

They dig into:

• Why the Liberty have struggled to put together a full 40-minute performance

• The impact of Breanna Stewart and Kennedy Burke’s absence on both ends of the floor

• Sabrina Ionescu’s dominance aga...

Felicia and François return to break down a pivotal week for the New York Liberty, featuring back-to-back wins over the Indiana Fever and major roster upgrades.

They dig into:

• Izzy Harrison, Marine Johannès and Leonie Fiebich's impact, again proving their value
• Sabrina Ionescu & Breanna Stewart's roles with and without Jonquel Jones
• Jonquel Jones’ seamless return and how her presence shifted the team’s ceiling
• ...

Felicia and François dive into the New York Liberty’s rollercoaster week — from a statement win over the Aces on Tuesday to a thrilling 19-point comeback against the Dream on Sunday.

They break down the highs and lows, including:

• Leonie Fiebich’s breakout performances and rising confidence as a two-way threat

• The bold lineup shift with Breanna Stewart running point and how it sparked the comeback

• Lockdow...

Felicia and François react to the New York Liberty’s 79–70 loss to the Seattle Storm—analyzing how a promising start turned into a painful second-half collapse at Barclays Center.

Topics include:

• A look back at the Liberty’s tough 2-week road trip and the toll of missing key players

• The high-energy first half led by Sabrina Ionescu and Rebekah Gardner’s hustle plays

• A painful 3rd quarter for ...

Felicia and François react to the New York Liberty’s 89–81 loss to the Phoenix Mercury—highlighting the costly turnovers, JJ’s early injury, and the defensive breakdowns that defined the game.

Topics include:

• The team’s passing struggles and Phoenix’s perimeter pressure
• The impact of Jonquel Jones' injury 
• The Liberty's efforts on the defensive end
• Breanna Stewart’s offensive fire...