At the start of the season, the New York Liberty was on a 9-0 run, delivering champion-worthy performances in 2025. Indiana Fever snapped their winning run, helping Stephanie White’s team advance to the Commissioner’s Cup final. However, a more brutal blow was Liberty’s injury to star center on June 19 against the Phoenix Mercury.
While she missed over a month due to an ankle injury, the side lost five games and won six in that period. Even though the Liberty stayed in second position in the standings after 21 games, they will be hoping for the return of their superstar center.
Jonquel Jones Eyes Comeback During New York Liberty-Indiana Fever Matchup
Early in June, Jonquel Jones sprained her right ankle. After a week’s absence, the injury aggravated, and the five-time All-Star was ruled out for a month. The powerful forward even missed the All-Star game due to injury as she was undergoing rehab. But as per recent updates, she will be back on the hardwood taking on the Fever on July 22.
Jonquel Jones (ankle) not on injury report for Tuesday.
— Underdog WNBA (@UnderdogWNBA) July 21, 2025
The 2021 regular season MVP averaged 12.1 points, 9.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game this season. She improved on her ranged shooting, netting nearly 44% of her attempts. While these stats are impressive for the star, she impacts the game in multiple ways.
With the star controlling the paint region, the Liberty side could stretch the offense with their wings getting more free space to operate. Defensively, the 6-foot-6 forward is a menace, operating in sync with Breanna Stewart to disrupt the offensive flow of the opposition.
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New York Liberty Sweats It Out On Jonquel Jones’ Injury
The 2024 champions are looking for a back-to-back championship and have made strong moves to achieve their goal. Even though JJ will return post-All-Star break, the side has already signed a few talented forwards to share the load.
Former Liberty star Rebecca Lobo was happy with the return of JJ. She praised the star and highlighted how important she is for the side.
I was asked about the impact Jonquel Jones will have on the NY Liberty when she returns from injury tomorrow night. pic.twitter.com/Zw3QRiPKm4
— Rebecca Lobo (@RebeccaLobo) July 22, 2025
“How important JJ for this team? She went back to the All-Star game to her hometown in the Bahamas. The New York Liberty sent coaches with her to work her out over that break to get her ready so that she can perform at high level tomorrow night,” Lobo told ESPN.
The Liberty team will have the toughest second half of the season. They will look to utilize their stars wisely to keep them fresh for the playoffs, also.
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