Cappie Pondexter hit a jumper with five-tenths of a second left to put New York up two.

WSJ: Diggins and Shock off to slow start

"I'm excited, " said Liberty star Cappie Pondexter, who joined the team Sunday after helping Fenerbahce win the Turkish League title.

WSJ: With Laimbeer as coach, retooled Liberty excited

And to help matters, he drafted several players who should help balance a lineup that still includes All-Star guard Cappie Pondexter.

WSJ: Laimbeer, new-look Liberty ready for a fresh start

When he went overseas to visit New York star Cappie Pondexter, who is playing for Fenerbahce in the Turkish League, he also met with Ford.

WSJ: Ford eyeing title in return to WNBA with Liberty

When training camp opens on Monday, the Liberty's core of returning players, led by Cappie Pondexter, Essence Carson, Pierson and Braxton and will joined by Smith, Ford and five rookies.

WSJ: Laimbeer: Liberty will be fun to watch in 2013