Current WNBA Team
Breanna Stewart currently plays for the New York Liberty in the Women's National Basketball Association. She joined the Liberty ahead of the 2023 WNBA season after being selected as the first overall pick in the 2016 WNBA Draft. Stewart serves as a forward and is a central part of the Liberty's starting lineup.
The Liberty compete in the Eastern Conference of the WNBA. Stewart's move to New York was finalized through a trade and contract agreement that made her one of the highest-profile players on the roster. Her presence has increased the team's visibility and jersey sales, as noted by league and team reports.
Career and Contract Details
Before joining the Liberty, Stewart played for the Seattle Storm and the Connecticut Sun. She was drafted first overall by the Tulsa Shock in 2016 and was immediately traded to the Connecticut Sun. Stewart has since become a multiple-time WNBA champion and MVP winner.
Stewart signed a multi-year contract extension with the New York Liberty that keeps her under contract through the 2026 WNBA season. Her average points per game, rebounds, and field goal percentage place her among the top forwards in the league. Details of her contract and performance are tracked by official league sources.
International and Off-Season Play
During the WNBA offseason, Stewart has played professionally overseas, including stints in China and Turkey. These international contracts are common among top WNBA players and help maintain competitive conditioning. Stewart's overseas career includes multiple championship wins and MVP awards in foreign leagues.
Stewart also represents the United States in FIBA and Olympic competitions, adding to her international profile. Her participation in global tournaments is documented by national federation and Olympic committee records. Off-season schedules and team commitments are managed in coordination with the WNBA calendar.