The New York Liberty shocked the WNBA world with the firing of head coach Sandy Brondello almost immediately after the team was eliminated in the opening round of the WNBA Playoffs by the Phoenix Mercury. The decision came even after Liberty star Breanna Stewart scoffed at a question that seemed to suggest Brondello’s job could be in jeopardy. During a press conference held on Thursday, Liberty general manager Jonathan Kolb revealed the truth behind Sandy Brondello’s firing, as per SNY Liberty.

“At the outset, I think it’s really important that I stress and emphasize that this decision was in no way punitive, nor was it reactive. But it’s instead rooted in being proactive,” Jonathan Kolb said. “Nor was this decision based solely on the results of this past season. I actually think

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