Katie Smith never wanted to be a coach, but Bill Laimbeer knew better. And four seasons after becoming his assistant, Smith will succeed Laimbeer as the New York Liberty's head coach.
The WNBA will open its season on May 13 with the defending champion Los Angeles Sparks hosting the Seattle Storm.
Sugar Rodgers scored eight of her 18 points in the third quarter and the New York Liberty opened play after the Olympic break with an 84-77 victory over the San Antonio Stars on Friday night.
Veteran WNBA player Becky Hammon is joining the reigning NBA champion San Antonio Spurs' coaching staff.
