Liberty health crisis deepens as Cloud may join Stewart, Burke and Sabally on sidelines.
New York Liberty Dealt Another Blow Amid Breanna Stewart Injury originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The New York Liberty are facing another setback amid Breanna Stewart's injury as Natasha Cloud was added to the injury report ahead of Wednesday's WNBA Finals rematch against the Minnesota Lynx.
The team’s depth is tested with multiple players on the injury report just before the pivotal clash.
With Kennedy Burke and Nyara Sabally already out, Cloud’s illness now compounds the challenge facing a squad still chasing full health after last year’s championship.
Cloud is listed as questionable due to illness, possibly adding to a mounting list of absences alongside Breanna Stewart (right leg, ruled out), Burke (right calf strain, several weeks expected) and Sabally (knee discomfort).
Natasha Cloud Illness Adds to Liberty Injury Woes
This ill-timed setback arrives just before New York resumes play against the Lynx in a high-profile rematch of the 2024 Finals series.
Cloud’s possible absence removes a key stabilizer in the backcourt, as her veteran play and leadership have been essential throughout the season.
The Liberty have added to their already busy injury report for tonight’s game against the Lynx, with Tash Cloud a new addition:
— Myles (@MylesEhrlich) July 30, 2025
Natasha Cloud – QUESTIONABLE (Illness)
Kennedy Burke – OUT (R. Calf)
Breanna Stewart – OUT (R. Leg)
Nyara Sabally – OUT (R. Knee)@Winsidr
Without her, Sabrina Ionescu would have to shoulder even more responsibility as the team navigates tight rotations.
Despite recent struggles, New York remains strong at 17-8, behind Minnesota, which sits atop the standings at 22-5.
The Liberty lead the league in scoring per game and rank among the top five in assists and steals, with standout contributions from Ionescu, Stewart and Jonquel Jones.
The Liberty's resurgence this season has been fueled by key additions and improved depth, including a veteran talent like Cloud, who arrived in March via trade from the Connecticut Sun.
But persistent injuries have disrupted momentum. Since opening the season with a nine-game win streak, the Liberty have gone 8–8, raising internal concerns about effort, preparation and consistency.
Liberty-Lynx Rematch Renews Rivalry with Key Stars Missing
The rematch with Minnesota marks their first meeting since the dramatic 2024 WNBA Finals, renewing one of the league’s top rivalries and the first of four matchups over the next three weeks.
With Stewart and possibly Cloud sidelined, New York enters this matchup shorthanded. Minnesota, already healthy and leading the league, may hold an advantage.
But this game also represents a litmus test for the Liberty’s depth and resilience. If their key players can return soon and internal adjustments hold, they could still reassert themselves as title contenders as the season enters its final phases.
New York must now navigate a critical stretch facing top-tier opponents while managing health and cohesion under strain.
Wednesday's game begins at 8 p.m. ET and will be televised on ESPN.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
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