Raquel Carrera, a Spanish forward/center, is making her long-awaited debut with the New York Liberty in the WNBA after recovering from an ACL injury. Selected at No. 19 in the 2021 WNBA Draft, she has been honing her skills overseas, and her rights were acquired by the Liberty in 2022. Carrera expressed her excitement about joining the team, stating, "I really think that now is a good time for me... I’m really happy to be here." Following a successful season with Valencia, where she won a championship, she signed a one-year contract worth $270,000 with the Liberty. Coach Chris DeMarco highlighted her versatility and ability to enhance the team's frontcourt depth. Carrera is set to debut against the Dallas Wings, and her addition is expected to bolster the Liberty's chances for a championship this season. Additionally, Anneli Maley has returned to the Liberty on a developmental contract after being waived by the Mercury, aiming to contribute to the team’s success.