The New York Liberty have confirmed that forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton will not return in 2025 following knee surgery. General manager Jonathan Kolb announced that the team is suspending her contract to save salary-cap space, aiming for her full recovery by 2026. Despite her absence, the Liberty remain favorites to win another WNBA title, with the opportunity for more playing time for newly acquired players. Laney-Hamilton previously contributed significantly to the team's success, including their first league title last season.
We're fully confident that she's going to make a full return, and she's going to have a great opportunity to be the healthiest she's been in some years once that happens.
In terms of this season, I think it's fair to assume we will be suspending that contract.
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