New York Liberty Players Report Lack of Reset Timeout Availability During Overtime Game
New York Liberty players, including Breanna Stewart, stated that officials informed them they did not have a reset timeout available during overtime of a game played in Atlanta.
Lansing, MI, October 8, 2026 — Players for the New York Liberty reported being informed by officials that a reset timeout was unavailable during overtime of a recent game. The incident occurred during a game played in Atlanta, according to statements made by Liberty players, including prominent figure Breanna Stewart.
The players indicated that the officials communicated that no reset timeout could be utilized during the overtime period. The specific details surrounding this communication, such as the exact timing within overtime, the precise ruling explained by the officials, or the game’s opponent, were not immediately available. The New York Liberty organization has not issued a formal statement regarding this specific player report as of this report.
A reset timeout is a specific type of timeout that can be called by a team under certain conditions, often to stop play and regroup strategically. The availability of such timeouts can be subject to league rules and game situations, particularly as games progress into overtime. The circumstances leading to the reported unavailability of this timeout are not detailed in the provided information.
Further information regarding the game, the specific officiating crew, or any potential clarification from the league office regarding timeout rules or their application in this particular instance was not provided. The duration of the overtime period in which this occurred and its impact on the game’s outcome are also unspecified. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by ALAN COLE, Associated Press on www.wlns.com, see more information here.
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