NEW YORK (AP) — Breanna Stewart had an MRI on her left knee, which she injured Sunday, according to a person familiar with the situation.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because no official announcement has been made.

Stewart’s status for Game 2 on Wednesday of the best-of-three series with the Phoenix Mercury is unknown. The Liberty won the opener in overtime over Phoenix.

ESPN first reported the MRI.

The Liberty’s star forward drove baseline and was fouled with 3:01 left in overtime. The knee appeared to buckle and she went down and grabbed it. After a New York timeout, Stewart attempted the free throw, but missed it. She had a knee brace over the injury, but came out a minute later.

New York coach Sandy Brondello said after the game that

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