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MINNEAPOLIS, MN - JUNE 27: Assistant Coach Walt Hopkins of the Minnesota Lynx participates during a Lynx Fit Clinic on June 27, 2019 at the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx Courts at Mayo Clinic Square in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Walt Hopkins named new head coach in New York

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WNBA moments of the decade: The Liberty were set free

New York Liberty down to three head coaching candidates

Cheryl Reeve: Liberty down to their “final three” in coaching search

NEW YORK, NY - MAY 03: Tina Charles,Parker Dixon and Rawlston Charles attend the "Charlie's Records" screening during the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival at Village East Cinema on May 3, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for Tribeca Film Festival)

Review: “Charlie’s Records” is the ethos of New York Liberty Star Tina Charles

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NEW YORK - JULY 17: Lisa Willis #40 of the New York Liberty drives against Coco Miller #9 of the Washington Mystics during the WNBA game at Madison Square Garden July 17, 2008 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2008 NBAE (Photo by Jesse D. Garrabrant/NBAE via Getty Images)

Former Liberty Guard Lisa Willis joins Westchester Knicks’ coaching staff

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MINNEAPOLIS, MN- MAY 10: Sylvia Fowles #34 and Assistant Coach Walt Hopkins look on before the game against the Washington Mystics on May 10, 2019 at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by David Sherman/NBAE via Getty Images)

What do the Liberty need to consider in their head coach search?

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BROOKLYN, NY - MAY 9: The New York Liberty stand for the National Anthem prior to a game against China National Team on May 9, 2019 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Matteo Marchi/NBAE via Getty Images)

New York Liberty announce their new home: Brooklyn’s Barclays Center

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 30: Head Coach Katie Smith of the New York Liberty looks on before the game against Connecticut Sun on August 30, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Katie Smith out as New York Liberty head coach

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 30: Head Coach Katie Smith of the New York Liberty looks on before the game against Connecticut Sun on August 30, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Katie Smith’s future in New York remains uncertain

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UNCASVILLE, CT - MAY 14: Kia Nurse #5 of the New York Liberty talks with Teresa Weatherspoon before the game against the Atlanta Dream on May 14, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ned Dishman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Teresa Weatherspoon returns to Louisiana, joins Pelicans

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WHITE PLAINS, NY- MAY 8: Asia Durr #25 of New York Liberty looks on before the game against the Minnesota Lynx on May 8, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Asia Durr undergoes successful hip surgery in preparation for 2020 return

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JERSEY CITY, NJ - SEPT 13: The full Harvest Moon rises behind the Statue of Liberty in New York City on September 13, 2019 as seen from Jersey City, New Jersey. (Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)

GM Jonathan Kolb: Liberty look to keep building with number one pick

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - SEPTEMBER 6: Tanisha Wright #30 of the New York Liberty handles the ball against the Indiana Fever on September 6, 2019 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

“T was a huge spark for us”–– Tanisha Wright’s influence on the Liberty

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NIS, SERBIA - JUNE 30: Kiah Stokes (41) of Turkey in action during FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2019 Group C basketball match between Turkey and Hungary in Nis, Serbia on June 30, 2019. (Photo by Sasa Djordjevic/Anadolu Agency/Getty Images)

New York Liberty re-sign Kiah Stokes

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - SEPTEMBER 6: Tiffany Mitchell #3 of the Indiana Fever deends Marine Johannes #23 of the New York Liberty on September 6, 2019 at the Westchester County Center in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Indiana Fever defeat New York Liberty, secure top lottery odds for New York

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 30: The New York Liberty huddles up against the Connecticut Sun on August 30, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Without Tina Charles, the Liberty experimented with their Identity

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 4: Han Xu #21 of the New York Liberty warms up before the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 4, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

When this season does Han Xu get her moment? Time is ticking.

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BROOKLYN, NY - August 8: The New York Liberty host the Forgotten Behind Bars panel event, moderated by Kelly Wallace, featuring guests Topeka K. Sam, Jamila T. Davis, Martha Kamber, Robert Weisberg, and Steven Montoya on July 20, 2019 at the Roulette Theater, Brooklyn, New York.Photo by Mike Lawrence.

The New York Liberty find multiple ways to provide an assist off the court

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN - AUGUST 20: Tina Charles #31 of the New York Liberty handles the ball against the Indiana Fever on August 20, 2019 at the Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Ron Hoskins/NBAE via Getty Images)

Takeaways: Liberty break losing skid with victory over Fever

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PHOENIX, AZ - AUGUST 18: Tanisha Wright #30 of the New York Liberty goes for a rebound against the Phoenix Mercury on August 18. 2019 at Talking Stick Resort Arena in Phoenix, Arizona. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Barry Gossage/NBAE via Getty Images)

Liberty fail to take advantage of shorthanded squads in Dallas and Phoenix

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WHITE PLAINS, NY- AUGUST 13: Rebecca Allen #9 of the New York Liberty looks on. during the game against the Minnesota Lynx on August 13, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Rebecca Allen has been working toward this “purple patch” her whole life

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UNCASVILLE, CT - JULY 24: Rebecca Allen #9 of the New York Liberty reacts during a game against the Connecticut Sun on July 24, 2019 at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Chris Marion/NBAE via Getty Images)

Liberty looking for Unity ahead of regular-season debut in Brooklyn

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 4: Brittany Boyd #15 of the New York Liberty watch film before the game against the Connecticut Sun on August 4, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

‘Trying to find good starts’: Katie Smith’s search for Liberty guard play

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WHITE PLAINS, NY - AUGUST 4: Tina Charles #31 of the New York Liberty passes the ball against the Connecticut Sun on August 4, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steve Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Katie Smith names the New York Liberty enemy: Turnovers

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ARLINGTON, TX - AUGUST 1: Head Coach Katie Smith speaks with her team during the game against the Dallas Wings on August 1, 2019 at the College Park Arena in Arlington, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Cooper Neill/NBAE via Getty Images)

New York’s playoff push took a turbulent turn against Dallas

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LAS VEGAS, NV - JULY 27: Kia Nurse #5 of Team Delle Donne shoots the ball during the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game 2019 on July 27, 2019 at the Mandalay Bay Events Center in Las Vegas, Nevada. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Cooper Neill/NBAE via Getty Images)

Sights and sounds from Kia Nurse and Tina Charles’ All Star weekend

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WHITE PLAINS, NY- JULY 20: Kia Nurse #5 and Tina Charles #31 of the New York Liberty stretch prior to a game against the Los Angeles Sparks on July 20, 2019 at the Westchester County Center, in White Plains, New York. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2019 NBAE (Photo by Steven Freeman/NBAE via Getty Images)

Gotham’s Dynamic Duo Nurse and Charles arrive in Vegas with gratitude

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