Breanna Stewart Makes Merry As New York Liberty Kicks Off On Winning Note
Breanna Stewart powers an injury-hit New York Liberty past the Connecticut Sun as Chris DeMarco begins his reign with a statement win in the season …
Breanna Stewart – WNBA News, Rumors & Updates, Stats
Breanna Stewart is one of the biggest names in women’s basketball and a true WNBA legend. Known for her all-around game, leadership, and championship mindset, Stewart has built a resume that puts her among the greatest ever to play. She has been dominant at every level – from college at UConn to the WNBA with the Seattle Storm and now with the New York Liberty.
Breanna Stewart – Quick Facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Breanna Mackenzie Stewart |
| Born | August 27, 1994 (Age: 30) |
| Hometown | Syracuse, New York |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (1.93 m) |
| Position | Forward |
| College | University of Connecticut (2012–2016) |
| WNBA Draft | 2016 – 1st Overall by Seattle Storm |
| Current Team | New York Liberty |
| Jersey Number | #30 |
| WNBA Championships | 2× (2018, 2020) |
| WNBA MVP | 2× (2018, 2023) |
| WNBA All-Star | 5× (2017, 2018, 2021–2023) |
| Social Media | @breannastewart30 on Instagram |
College Dominance at UConn
Stewart played four seasons at the University of Connecticut (2012–2016). During that time, she led the Huskies to four straight NCAA Championships, winning the Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four all four years – something no other player in men’s or women’s college basketball has done. She finished her UConn career with 2,676 points, 1,179 rebounds, and 414 blocks.
Breanna Stewart’s WNBA Career
Stewart was the 1st overall pick in the 2016 WNBA Draft, selected by the Seattle Storm. She made an immediate impact, winning Rookie of the Year in her debut season. Since then, she has added:
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2× WNBA Champion (2018, 2020 with Seattle Storm)
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2× WNBA Finals MVP (2018, 2020)
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2× WNBA MVP (2018, 2023)
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5× WNBA All-Star (2017, 2018, 2021, 2022, 2023)
In 2023, Stewart signed with the New York Liberty and continued to dominate. She scored a career-high 45 points in one game, showing she is still at the top of her game.
Playing Style
At 6-foot-4, Stewart is one of the most versatile forwards in basketball. She can score inside, stretch the floor with her shooting, and protect the rim on defense. Her ability to do everything makes her one of the toughest matchups in the WNBA.
Breanna Stewart Gets Honest About Her Role In Shaping The Latest WNBA CBA
Breanna Stewart spoke about tirelessly working on the CBA Deal as she expressed satisfaction with the final result.
Breanna Stewart Advocates For Retired Players & More Parent Benefits In New WNBA CBA
Breanna Stewart mentioned that she came up with the idea of having the pension and giving back pay for the players who built the league.
New York Liberty Faces A Critical Offseason With Major Decisions Looming For Its Core Stars
With the core secured, the New York Liberty will have to look ahead to fix the issues that cost them the 2025 championship.
Flau’jae Johnson Receives Support From Tyrese Haliburton, Breanna Stewart And Others As WNBA Draft Buzz Builds
After ending her career as a one-time NCAA Champion, Flau’jae Johnson receives huge backing from NBA and WNBA stars ahead of the draft.
Breanna Stewart Confirms She’s Staying With Liberty And Skipping Free Agency Entirely
Breanna Stewart mentioned that her family is settled in New York and wants to continue with the Liberty franchise ahead of the 206 WNBA Free Agency.
Sarah Strong Joins WNBA Veterans Maya Moore & Breanna Stewart On Elite Scoring List During UConn’s Rout Of Notre Dame
Sarah Strong becomes the player with the most 20+ points for the UConn Huskies in the first two seasons, joining the ranks of Breanna Stewart and Maya …
What Could Be The Top 3 Dream WNBA Pairings That Will Make Fans Lose Their Minds?
Caitlin Clark, Sabrina Ionescu, Breanna Stewart, A’ja Wilson, Paige Bueckers, and Napheesa Collier headline WNBA pairings as draft and free agency …
Diana Taurasi Picks All-Time UConn Starting Five With Paige Bueckers on Bench
Diana Taurasi selects Maya Moore, Breanna Stewart, Sue Bird, Tina Charles and Nykesha Sales as her all-time starting five while leaving Paige Buckers …
Breanna Stewart Reacts To Historic WNBA CBA Deal Worth Over 1 Billion Dollars With Revenue Sharing Breakthrough
Breanna Stewart mentioned that the players got what they wanted from the historical deal and were handed an opportunity to create generational wealth.
Who Are The Top 5 SuperMax WNBA Prospects For 2026?
New WNBA CBA boosts salaries to $7 million and raises supermax to $1.4M+, spotlighting top 2026 supermax prospects while rookies like Caitlin Clark …
Breanna Stewart Shares Harrowing Childhood Trauma And Powerful Survivor Story
Breanna Stewart had a terrible childhood, facing issues like se-ual ab-se and trauma following the same in her recent interview.
These Three WNBA Stars Are Set To Become Eligible For Supermax Contracts In 2026 Free Agency Under New CBA
The new CBA offer allows every franchise to hand a supermax contract to only one player, putting the front offices under pressure. Despite this …
Unrivaled Faces Concerning TV Ratings Decline In Season 2 Despite Record Attendance And $45M Revenue Jump
The Unrivalled season 2 earned $45M in revenue but received mixed reviews from fans, as a few games drew more attention while overall viewership …
Breanna Stewart Gives 50-50 Odds On WNBA Season Starting Without Delay
Breanna Stewart mentioned that the chances for the 2026 season starting on time are 50%, but also hoped to accelerate the process.
WNBPA Submits CBA Counterproposal As Breanna Stewart & Caitlin Clark Share Ideas To Finalize Deal
Caitlin Clark and Breanna Stewart share the same sentiments on CBA discussions and mentioned that the deal can be finalized with everyone in one room.