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Liberty`s historic 9-0 start contrasts with Fever`s struggles without Clark, highlighting league`s competitive landscape.

The New York Liberty showcased their dominance with a resounding 85-66 victory over the Chicago Sky, marking their ninth consecutive win to start the season. This remarkable achievement places them among the elite, as only eight other teams in WNBA history have begun a season with a perfect 9-0 record. Sabrina Ionescu was the star of the night, pouring in 23 points and dishing out seven assists, while Breanna Stewart added 18 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. The Liberty set the tone early, racing to a 12-0 lead and never looking back.

In contrast, the Chicago Sky struggled with 22 turnovers and managed only 28 field goals. Angel Reese shone for the Sky, recording a season-high 17 points and 11 rebounds, marking her 30th career double-double in just 42 games, the fastest in WNBA history to reach that milestone.

Meanwhile, the Indiana Fever faced a setback against the Atlanta Dream, losing 77-58 and ending their two-game winning streak. The Fever, missing star rookie Caitlin Clark due to a quad injury, fell apart in the third quarter, getting outscored 23-9. Head coach Stephanie White`s frustration boiled over, resulting in a technical foul late in the game. The Fever`s record now stands at 4-5, and Clark`s absence has been linked to a notable dip in WNBA ratings over the past weeks.

Liberty and Fever updates highlight the ongoing competitive dynamics in the league.

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