In case that needed underscoring, Reeve added a final jab when asked about Liberty newcomer Emma Meesseman — the top free agent in the world who chose New York over Minnesota last week. Meesseman won’t be available Wednesday, as she’s working to secure her work visa, but Reeve wanted to make one thing clear:

Stewart exited in the first quarter of Saturday’s loss with a leg injury and Liberty head coach Sandy Brondello declined to give a timeline for her return before Monday’s road matchup against the Dallas Wings. “No, not at this stage,” Brondello said when asked if there’s a timeline for Stewart’s return.

The Minnesota Lynx finally have the chance to play the New York Liberty again after an overtime loss in the decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals last year

Injuries and new matchups will determine Wednesday's showdown, nine months after New York beat Minnesota for the title.

The Lynx and Liberty meet for the first time since New York’s overtime win in Game 5 of last season’s WNBA Finals.