Jonquel Jones traded to the New York Liberty

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The New York Liberty have made a major move in the WNBA offseason,

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trading for All-Star center Jonquel Jones.The three-team trade was completed on April 13th 2021,

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sending Jones to the Liberty in exchange for a 2022 first round draft pick and the rights to two players.

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Jones, an All-Star in 2018, 2019 and 2020, was a key part of the Connecticut Sun’s success in recent years.

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She averaged 15.5 points, 10.4 rebounds and 1.9 blocks per game last season, and was considered one of the league’s most dominant players.

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The Liberty have been looking to add star power to their roster for years

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and this move signals their intention to take a serious run at a championship.

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The team also added Sabrina Ionescu in the 2020 draft, creating a dynamic duo that will be difficult for opponents to defend.

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The trade also signals a shift in the Liberty’s approach to the game,

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