The New York Liberty have made significant moves in preparation for the 2026 WNBA season by re-signing star player Jonquel Jones and acquiring Satou Sabally, a standout free agent. Jones, who has been with the Liberty for the last three seasons, averaged 13.6 points and 8.1 rebounds in 2025, despite battling injuries. Her return is crucial for the team, which struggled without her during parts of the last season. Sabally, who previously played for the Phoenix Mercury, had a notable performance in the 2025 playoffs against the Liberty, averaging 15.6 points and nine rebounds in a first-round series. This addition enhances the Liberty's roster, turning their star trio into a formidable core of four, alongside Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu. The team is now focused on securing contracts for Stewart and Ionescu while also considering negotiations with other players like Natasha Cloud and Betnijah Laney-Hamilton. The Liberty will kick off their regular season on May 8 against the Connecticut Sun at Barclays Center.