Emma Meesseman Bolsters the New York Liberty
The prominent basketball player Emma Meesseman, recognized as the MVP of the WNBA Finals in 2019, joins the current champions, the New York Liberty. This was confirmed by general manager Jonathan Kolb on Tuesday. Meesseman’s incorporation into the Liberty is subject to the duration of the visa application process, Kolb reported.The Belgian power forward, with a height of 1.93 meters, has proven to be a determining factor in the league. In 2022, she averaged 12.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 3.8 assists per game with the Chicago Sky. Previously, she played seven seasons with the Washington Mystics, where she was key to obtaining the championship in 2019, becoming the first substitute to win the Finals MVP award. Meesseman, who competed in the EuroBasket with Belgium this summer, also considered the Minnesota Lynx and Phoenix Mercury. His impressive international career includes two appointments to the Olympic All-Star Five teams (in Tokyo and Paris), two EuroBasket MVP awards, and three consecutive EuroLeague MVP nominations. With the arrival of Meesseman, the Liberty are looking to become the fourth WNBA franchise, and the second in the last 20 years, to repeat as champions. The team already has renowned figures like Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, and Jonquel Jones, who is expected to return this week after an ankle injury. On Monday, New York also signed Australian forward Stephanie Talbot, who was released by the Golden State Valkyries last week.It’s too early to say, but we will try to make it as fast as possible.
Jonathan Kolb, General Manager of the New York Liberty
