With Stewart, as well as depth stars Kennedy Burke and Nyara Sabally, still out due to varying ailments, Meesseman was placed in the Liberty starting lineup as the team sought to recover from Friday's brutal defeat to the same, cellar-dwelling Sun. Meesseman officially signed with New York hours before Friday's tip-off.

Emma Meesseman is officially returning to WNBA action. The New York Liberty’s newest addition will suit up tonight against the Connecticut Sun, a much-needed reinforcement as Breanna Stewart remains sidelined without a clear return timetable.

The New York Liberty officially signed 2019 WNBA Finals MVP Emma Meesseman ahead of Friday's game at the Connecticut Sun. Here's what to know: