I elected to attend the New York Liberty’s exhibition game at the University of Oregon on May 12 as a media member rather than a fan. When the Eugene women’s basketball fanbase rallied together in support of former Oregon stars Sabrina Ionescu and Nyara Sabally during their pregame introductions,

Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson declared Monday as Sabrina Ionescu Day as the New York Liberty star is back in town for a WNBA preseason game.

Former Ducks Sabrina Ionescu and Nyara Sabally returned to Eugene with their new team, the New York Liberty, to snag an 84-61 win.

Preseason basketball games are like a trial run. It’s a chance for players to build chemistry with one another and to test out different lineups.

Sabrina Ionescu was busy during and after Monday night's game between the New York Liberty and the Toyota Antelopes.

Since leaving Oregon women's basketball in 2022, Nyara Sabally has carved out a prominent role with the WNBA champion New York Liberty.