Emma Meesseman lands in New York: Liberty Aims for Summits
There are movements that make noise. Others that shake the walls. And then there are those, seemingly quieter, who can rock an entire season. The imminent arrival of Emma Meesseman in New York Liberty, that's all at once.
WNBA champion in 2019 with Washington, six times in EuroLeague, Belgian Cats metronome... Meesseman doesn't show up as a simple rotation. It comes as a potential centerpiece. And in a team that dreams more than ever of picking up its first ring, it's a strong signal.
New York muscle his game
No official signature yet, of course. Some visa issues to settle, some papers to stamp. But in the corridors of the Barclays Center, nobody doubts: Emma is coming. And it changes everything.
Along with Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones, the Belgian could form an absolutely terrifying inner trio. IQ basketball, versatility, touch, and this timing science that makes every screen more lethal, every pass sharper.
Jonathan Kolb, the GM of Liberty, still keeps the language of wood. But in fact, it's almost perfect. And above all, a message: New York isn't here to play second roles. Even less to fail twice in the final.
Talent everywhere, now it has to click
Avec Stephanie Talbot également ajoutée à la rotation, le Liberty n’a sans doute jamais été aussi riche en profils complémentaires. Stewart elle-même l’a dit : « Sur le papier, c’est impressionnant. Maintenant, il faut que ça prenne. »
And that's all at stake. Because last year New York had the best team... on paper. A fire attack, prestigious names, and yet a lost final against Las Vegas. This time, no excuse. Meesseman is solidity, intelligence, calm in chaos. A little everything that had missed when things started derailing.
The race is running
Currently second in the league behind Minnesota Lynx on fire, Sandy Brondello's girls know they're no longer allowed to make mistakes. The group is built to win. Now.
Jonquel Jones n’a pas caché son excitation : « Emma, c’est une joueuse de classe mondiale. Je suis juste contente de ne plus avoir à la défendre. » Une phrase simple, mais lourde de sens. Tout le monde dans la ligue connaît la menace Meesseman. Calme, précise, létale.
A arrival that can change everything
We don't know when she can play yet. But one thing is clear: once on the floor, Emma Meesseman will make a noise. Because she understands the game as little indoors do. Because she doesn't force anything, but does everything. Because she makes her teammates better.
Liberty plays big this season. And with Meesseman in luxury reinforcement, it's another face that could emerge in the money time. A less flashy team, maybe. But harder, more mature, more ready.
What if it's finally New York year?
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