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House prosecutors to ask high court to reconsider junking of VP impeachment

VICE-PRESIDENT Sara Duterte-Carpio, in this Aug. 27, 2024 photo, attended the deliberations on the proposed 2025 budget for the Office of the Vice-President at the House of Representatives in Quezon City. — PHILIPPINE STAR FILE PHOTO/MIGUEL DE GUZMAN

By Adrian H. Halili, Reporter

THE HOUSE of Representatives on Sunday said that it will file a motion for reconsideration before the Philippines’ High Court following its ruling to bar the impeachment proceedings of Vice-President (VP) Sara Duterte-Carpio for being unconstitutional.

“The House, after careful study, will file a Motion for Reconsideration because the decision is anchored on factual premises or findings that are erroneous and contrary to the official record of the House,” House Spokeswoman Priscilla Marie “Princess” T. Abante said in a statement.

Last week, the Supreme Court (SC) ruled that the impeachment of Ms. Duterte was unconstitutional for violating the one-year ban on the filing of more than one complaint against an impeachable official and the right to due process. Any subsequent impeachment complaint against her may only be filed by Feb. 6, next year.

A total four impeachment complaints were filed against the Vice-President. She was impeached on the fourth complaint after more than 200 House members voted to send her impeachment complaints to the Senate, after the first three failed to materialize.

Ms. Abante said that the Court’s primary argument — that the Articles of Impeachment were transmitted to the Senate without plenary approval — was “categorically false.”

“On Feb. 5, 2025, Majority Leader (Manuel Jose “Mannix” M. Dalipe) proposed to forward the February complaint to the Senate, based on the fact that it was verified and signed by at least one third of the members of the House. This motion was approved in plenary, and the House immediately formed a panel of public prosecutors,” she added.

She said that the transmittal to the Senate was a clear result of the House’ plenary action.

The House Spokeswoman also argued that the House had voted to archive the first three impeachment complaints filed in December 2024.

“On the same day that the February complaint was acted upon, the House also voted in plenary to archive the three impeachment complaints filed in December. This was done hours before the session adjourned,” she added.

Ms. Abante said that the SC had issued a new rule that is not in existing laws and has invalidated the Articles of Impeachment based on the new standards of due process for the respondent.

“According to the Court, even a complaint that has been signed and verified by 1/3 of the members still needs to be read by each signatory and then referred back to the plenary for a vote. The respondent should also have been given a copy and an opportunity to respond to the complaint before it is submitted to the Senate. But there is no such requirement in our Constitution or the Rules of the House,” she added.

Ms. Duterte, who is widely seen as a potential presidential contender in 2028, was impeached last February with the backing of more than 200 lawmakers — exceeding the one-third threshold required to transmit the charges to the Senate.

She faces accusations of secret fund misuse, unexplained wealth, destabilization and plotting the assassination of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., his family, and the Speaker. She has denied all allegations.

FACTUAL INACCURACIES
In a separate statement on Sunday, the 1SAMBAYAN Coalition called for the re-examination of the SC’s decision, also arguing factual inaccuracies.

“The misrepresentation of facts undermines the principles of due process and fair judgment,” the political group added. “1SAMBAYAN advocates for a transparent and accurate accounting of events, ensuring that future legal decisions are grounded on the truth and not flawed interpretations of the facts.”

It also said that the High Court’s decision was supported by a “flawed understanding” of the impeachment timeline and the procedural actions of the House.

“By incorrectly stating the order of events, the Court reached an erroneous conclusion regarding the timeliness of the fourth impeachment complaint,” 1SAMBAYAN added.

This could lead to a Constitutional crisis as some Senators have already shared plans to disregard the SC’s ruling, a political analyst warned.

“It is possible that this will lead to a constitutional crisis since some senators have already publicly declared that they want the trial to proceed believing that the Senate has the sole prerogative to handle and decide on issues pertaining to the impeachment of (Ms. Duterte),” Arjan P. Aguirre, who teaches political science at the Ateneo de Manila University, said in a Facebook Messenger chat.

He added that House prosecutors should use the setback as a way to campaign and raise awareness about the charges against the Vice-President.

“Use this time to gather more evidence too by conducting committee hearings for more discussions and deliberations to ferret out the truth, etc.” Mr. Aguirre said.

Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, a fellow at the Ateneo de Manila University Policy Center, said that the charges against Ms. Duterte could instead be pursued through the Office of the Ombudsman.

“The House should bring the case to the Ombudsman. The House prosecutors should work to secure a plunder indictment that can be filed with the Sandiganbayan,” Michael Henry Ll. Yusingco, a fellow at the Ateneo de Manila University Policy Center, said in a Facebook Messenger chat.

He added that the High Court’s ruling did not absolve the Vice-President of the charges filed against her.

“So, plunder charges can be pursued and prosecuted through the Ombudsman. The VP can still be held criminally liable and punished accordingly,” Mr. Yusingco said.

Josue Raphael J. Cortez, who teaches diplomacy and governance at De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, noted that House prosecutors should confirm if they will still pursue a case against Ms. Duterte next year.

“It is still imperative that those supportive of the impeachment proceedings must continue doing their due diligence,” Mr. Cortez said in a Messenger chat.

Thailand, Cambodia told to patch up

PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr. attends the 2nd ASEAN-Gulf Cooperation Council Summit during the 46th Association of Southeast Asian Nations Summit in Kuala Lumpur, May 27. — MARK BALMORES/PPA POOL

PHILIPPINE PRESIDENT Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr., sounded the alarm over the ongoing conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, two fellow member states of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), calling for a peaceful resolution grounded in international law.

“The Philippines expresses deep concern over the ongoing conflict between two of our fellow ASEAN Member States,” Mr. Marcos wrote in a Facebook post late Saturday. “[We] urge them to resolve the dispute in accordance with international law and the peaceful settlement of disputes.”

He added Manila “stands ready to assist in any way to restore peace.”

The dispute comes as the Philippines gears up to chair the regional bloc next year.

Under the ASEAN Charter, member states are committed to promoting peace, stability, and the rule of law in the region, including the non-use of force in settling disputes.

In a separate statement issued on July 25, the Department of Foreign Affairs likewise called on both countries to de-escalate the conflict.

In recent days, fighting along the Thailand — Cambodia border has reached its most intense level in over a decade. Reuters reported on July 27 that clashes began around July 24, sparked by a landmine explosion injuring several Thai soldiers, leading to armed exchanges and artillery fire across multiple provinces, including Trat (Thailand) and Pursat (Cambodia).

More than 30 people have been killed and over 130,000 displaced amid the surge in hostilities, prompting mass evacuations on both sides, Reuters added.

US President Donald J. Trump reportedly talked with both Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet and Acting Thai Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, announcing that both sides agreed to hold immediate ceasefire talks and warning that trade agreements would be put on hold while fighting continues.

Malaysia’s Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, the current ASEAN country chair, proposed a regional ceasefire plan. Phnom Penh backed the proposal unconditionally, while Bangkok initially agreed in principle before retracting, saying that conditions on the ground must be appropriate.

Josue Raphael J. Cortez, an ASEAN Studies lecturer at De La Salle-College of St. Benilde, said the Philippines is taking a proactive stance amid regional tensions by urging peaceful resolution of conflicts in line with international law and ASEAN norms.

Alongside Kuala Lumpur, the current ASEAN chair, Manila’s efforts are seen as significant, given the bloc’s limited capacity for enforcement, he added.

“The fact that the Philippines expressed its willingness to support in any way the resolution of the conflict through peaceful means is our country’s openness to serve as a broker for peace between the warring factions, as escalation of the conflict may trigger actions that can debilitate Southeast Asian order and stability,” he said in a Facebook Messenger chat. — Chloe Mari A. Hufana

Typhoon-related gov’t aid sought

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PHILIPPINE Senators have called on the government to continue its support for people affected by a string of weather disturbances last week.

In a statement on Sunday, Senator Erwin T. Tulfo called for urgent support for fisherfolks affected by the recent storms even if they were not directly affected by floods.

“When there are typhoons, or even bad weather, this means zero livelihood for a day or weeks for our fishermen. They will have nothing to feed themselves and their families throughout weather disturbances,” Mr. Tulfo added.

Mr. Tulfo said that he is looking to meet with the departments of Social Welfare and Development, Agriculture, and Labor and Employment to ensure that fisherfolk are not left behind whenever there’s inclement weather.

Senator Christopher Lawrence “Bong” T. Go also called for the implementation of hazard pay for disaster frontliners.

“We know that our country is prone to disasters. Therefore, it is only right that we have concern for our frontliners who are the first to respond to every disaster,” he said separately.

Mr. Go previously filed Senate Bill No. 669, which seeks to grant hazard pay to personnel directly involved in disaster response.

Meanwhile, Senator Sherwin T. Gatchalian called on the Education department to sustain learning activity following the prolonged suspension of classes.

Classes were subsequently suspended or shifted to alternative learning modes due to inclement weather.

“We need, however, to sustain learning recovery efforts, especially as prolonged class suspensions threaten to aggravate learning loss,” he said in a statement also on Sunday.

Last week, the southwest monsoon and a series of storms brought heavy rains that flooded large portions of the Philippines, including the capital region.

This caused the death of about 30 people and had affected at least 3.8 million people, according to the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council. — Adrian H. Halili

DTI launches masterclass for builders

THE Department of Trade and Industry launched the Builders’ Basic Masterclass (BBM) program, which aims to integrate informal contractors into the formal construction sector.

THE Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) has launched the Builders’ Basic Masterclass (BBM) program, which aims to integrate informal contractors into the formal construction sector.

In a statement sent over the weekend, the trade department said that the program is being spearheaded by the Construction Industry Authority of the Philippines’ Philippine Contractors Accreditation Board (PCAB) and Construction Manpower Development Foundation (CMDF).

“It is designed to facilitate proper licensing and enable wider participation of grassroots builders in the mainstream industry, strengthening the overall construction value chain,” it added.

According to the DTI, it plans to roll out the program nationwide in partnership with local government units and industry associations with the aim of targeting builders in areas with limited access to specialized training.

DTI Fair Trade Group Officer-in-Charge Regino Mallari, Jr. said that the contributions of informal, also known as “pakyaw,” contractors to national development are often unrecognized.

“Though small in size, their impact is immense. From the roads that connect our communities to the schools that nurture our children to the homes that shelter our families, their hands have built the very foundations of our daily lives,” he said.

The BBM program covers modules on project management, regulatory compliance, site operations, and business development.

Currently, there are over 600 licensed “pakyaw” contractors nationwide.

“The program is expected to increase this number, expanding its formal participation in the mainstream construction sector,” DTI said. — Justine Irish D. Tabile

New PLLO head appointed

THE Presidential Legislative Liaison Office (PLLO) officially welcomed Adrian Carlos A. Bersamin as its new undersecretary and head ahead of the fourth State of the Nation Address (SONA) of President Ferdinand R. Marcos, Jr.

In a Facebook post, the PLLO said Mr. Bersamin’s “proven leadership and steadfast dedication to public service,” expressing confidence that his appointment will strengthen stakeholder partnerships and enhance policy coordination in support of the President’s legislative agenda.

“The PLLO Family looks forward to this new chapter of service and collaboration under your guidance,” the agency said.

He will replace former Secretary Mark Llandro L. Mendoza, who was the Presidential Adviser on Legislative Affairs and PLLO head since 2022. Mr. Mendoza vacated the post after his courtesy resignation was accepted by President Marcos.

The new appointment comes as Mr. Marcos delivers his fourth SONA today, July 28. He is expected to lay out his legislative priorities for the second half of his term.

The PLLO serves as the primary link between the Executive and Legislative branches of the Philippine government. Its main role is to facilitate coordination and communication to ensure the smooth passage of the President’s legislative agenda in Congress.  — Chloe Mari A. Hufana

4,000 calamity-hit families get aid

BAGUIO CITY — About 4,000 families across typhoon-stricken communities in Central Luzon received immediate relief this week, as the Bases Conversion and Development Authority (BCDA) and its partner local government units mobilized the distribution of rice, food packs, and hot meals to areas severely impacted by three consecutive typhoons and intensified southwest monsoon rains.

Spanning the provinces of Pampanga, Zambales, Tarlac, and Bataan, the multi-site relief operations targeted vulnerable communities near BCDA-managed development zones, where flooding disrupted livelihoods and forced thousands of families into evacuation centers.

“When communities are affected, we make sure we are there to coordinate and respond alongside those who know the ground best. We are committed to supporting our local government partners not only in development, but especially in times of crisis,” BCDA President and Chief Executive Officer Joshua M. Bingcang said.

In Tarlac, BCDA turned over 100 sacks of rice to the Capas municipal government and distributed hot meals to evacuees at the Sto. Domingo 1 Evacuation Center.

Bamban Mayor Joey Salting likewise worked with BCDA to provide food packs and hot meals to displaced families in their municipality.

Additional deliveries were also coordinated in San Jose through local disaster response teams. In Sta. Juliana, an upland Aeta community, 70 indigenous families received rice and essential goods from BCDA, as part of a broader effort to reach geographically isolated and disadvantaged areas.

In Bataan, BCDA turned over 100 sacks of rice to the Municipality of Dinalupihan, received by Mayor German “Tong” Santos, to assist flood-hit barangays surrounding BCDA estate zones.

In Hermosa, the final leg of the Bataan operation, Mayor Anne Lorraine Adorable-Inton received rice donations for distribution to affected residents.

To aid more communities affected by the heavy rains and flooding, BCDA on Friday, continued to mobilize additional relief packages to reach more calamity-hit areas in Pampanga and Zambales, with over 50 sacks of rice turned over to the Mabalacat City Social Welfare and Development Office through Mayor Gerald Guttrie “Geld” Aquino.

The BCDA and Ayala Corporation also turned over another hundred sacks of rice and food packages to the City Government of Olongapo, as received by Mayor Rolen Paulino Jr.

The BCDA team then visited Barangay Diaz in Porac, where over 150 Aeta families received rice, food packs, and hot meals. This leg was also carried out in partnership with Ayala Corporation, which contributed additional food packages for the beneficiaries.

These relief efforts were conducted in close partnership with local government units and the Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD).

BCDA also conducted post-flood inspections in critical areas to evaluate long-term infrastructure vulnerabilities, including slope protection, drainage systems, and transport corridor access under extreme weather pressure.

The BCDA and NLEX Corporation conducted an onsite inspection and assessment of the Pasig — Potrero Bridge of the Subic-Clark-Tarlac Expressway, ensuring that it remains stable and safe for public use. — Artemio A. Dumlao

Sulu donates rice, goods to NCR residents

COTABATO CITY — The provincial government of Sulu has donated 2,000 bags of rice and 1,000 cases of canned goods for typhoon-stricken families in the National Capital Region (NCR), military officials announced on Sunday.

Lt. Gen. Antonio G. Nafarrete, commander of the Western Mindanao Command based in Zamboanga City, told reporters on Sunday that the relief supplies from Sulu were channeled through the 11th Infantry Division (ID).

Sulu’s vice governor, Hadji Adbdusakur M. Tan, Sr., who is also functioning as officer-in-charge of their provincial government in concurrent capacity, said on Saturday, that the WestMincom and the headquarters of the Philippine Army will disperse the food supplies to residents of NCR affected by typhoons in recent days.

Mr. Nafarrete and his subordinate-officers in Sulu had said that the 10th ID and the office of Mr. Tan cooperated in the relief effort for the typhoon-stricken communities in the NCR.

Mr. Nafarrete said the WestMinCom is thankful to provincial officials in Sulu for reaching out to needy compatriots in Metro Manila. — John Felix M. Unson

Biado becomes PHL’s first 2-time 9-ball world champ

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WHEN Efren “Bata” Reyes emerged as the country’s first World Pool champion around three decades ago, it served as a catalyst for a new generation of Filipinos to dream that same glorious dream.

One of them is Carlo Biado. And on this one Saturday night in a cavernous hall in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Mr. Biado exuded the same magnificence of Mr. Reyes, his idol, in topping the World Pool Championship.

Not even the fearsome World No. 1 and last year’s titlist Fedor Gorst of the US could block Mr. Biado’s road to greatness as the latter carved an epic 15-13 victory in the nail-baiting finale that overflowed with spectacular shot after spectacular shot.

When Mr. Biado sank the final ball, he couldn’t control his emotions, screamed in jubilation, climbed on top of the pool table where he frantically celebrated again in acknowledgement of the loud, adoring crowd, including flag-waving Filipinos.

He then sat to gather himself, and after a few minutes, went straight to Mr. Gorst and shook hands, embracing his worthy foe.

When it was all over, Mr. Biado was in utter disbelief that he had done what no other Filipino before him, including the iconic Reyes himself, had accomplished — top the strongest 9-ball tilt on the planet twice.

The first one came eight years ago in Doha, Qatar where he beat countryman Roland Garcia, 13-5.

The long wait was worth it.

Mr. Biado also became the seventh player to win the meet more than once in an elite group that included Mr. Gorst himself.

The only one standing taller in this league of extraordinary gentlemen was American Earl Strickland, who has three.

And Mr. Biado will have a chance at shooting for the stars as he seeks to duplicate the feat and join Mr. Strickland at the pedestal starting next year.

Mr. Biado delivered the country its sixth title in the event after Mr. Reyes (1999), Alex Pagulayan (2004), Ronnie Alcano (2006), Francisco Bustamante (2010) and himself.

It was a rollercoaster duel with Mr. Gorst roaring to a strong start, 2-0, before Mr. Biado went on a spree of superb shotmaking, snatching the next nine racks to go up, 9-2.

But Mr. Gorst went on a tear himself and caught up to Mr. Biado at 9-9.

The Filipino charged back again and captured the next four frames to go 13-9 up before the American stubbornly clawed back again to knot it at 13-all.

It proved to be Mr. Gorst’s final gasp as Mr. Biado sent him packing by taking the last two racks and the triumph.

For his effort, Mr. Biado pocketed $250,000, or a cool P14. 3 million.

But more than the mammoth purse, Mr. Biado took the one that mattered the most for all Filipinos back home and across the globe — the honor of producing another world champion from this archipelagic nation.

And it all started with the man that first paved the way for all in Reyes. — Joey Villar

Eala faces Vondrousova in Montreal first round

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ALEXANDRA “ALEX” EALA faces Marketa Vondrousova of the Czech Republic in Round 1 of her hardcourt transition in the 2025 National Bank Open today in Montreal.

The two are not too far apart in the WTA rankings, making it an interesting battle.

Ms. Eala, WTA No. 69, comes into the duel against the WTA No. 65 Czech with fresh legs after a month-long vacation in the Philippines from non-stop action in the grass and clay tournaments in Europe.

The National Bank Open, due to run until Aug. 7, is her first hardcourt tourney since the Miami Open last summer. It serves as one of her warm-up tournaments for a main draw debut in the US Open on Aug. 24-Sept. 7 in New York.

It will be the third Grand Slam main draw stint for Ms. Eala after the French Open and Wimbledon with hopes of finally breaking through the first round.

But first things first for the 20-year-old as she will have her hands full against the 26-year- old Vondrousova, who ruled the 2023 Wimbledon, was a French Open finalist in 2019 and an Olympic silver medalist in the 2020 Tokyo games.

Ms. Eala became the first Filipina WTA semifinalist in the Miami Open and finalist in the Eastbourne Open in England, barging into the world’s Top 100.

After Montreal, Ms. Eala is expected to participate in two more tournaments across North America to prepare against the sport’s titans in the US Open, where she was once a junior champion. — John Bryan Ulanday

MVP Sports Foundation donates weightlifting gear worth P2.2 million

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THE Manny V. Pangilinan Sports Foundation (MVPSF) donated P2.2 million worth of gym equipment for the weightlifting facility of the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) in Baguio City.

It also funded the renovation of the training hub of national team in the City of Pines.

“We cannot delay something as beautiful as this,” according to PSC chair Pato Gregorio. “Every day we delay opening these spaces for our athletes is a day of training lost.”

Mr. Gregorio said he is expecting more private support like this to come.

“We’re very happy to give help to the PSC and to athletes. We look forward to more programs that we can share with Chairman Pató,” MVPSF Executive Director Paulo Trillo said.

Mr. Gregorio and the PSC board also approved a P5,000 increase of the monthly stipend of national athletes and coaches starting next month.

“We (athletes) will cherish our blessings,” according to Islay Erika Bomogao, the first Filipina Muay Thai world champion.

“Hindi po namin sasayangin ito. Lalo pa po naming paghuhusayan ang training namin, para sa bayan,” Paris 2024 Olympic boxing bronze medalist Aira Villegas said. — Joey Villar

Pogacar says Tour de France this year among toughest ever

PONTARLIER, France — Tadej Pogacar all but sealed his fourth Tour de France title on Saturday after surviving what he claims is one of the most brutal Tours he has ridden, leaving only on Sunday’s ride into Paris between him and another triumph in the world’s greatest race.

The defending champion leads Jonas Vingegaard by 4:24 in the general classification heading into Stage 21, which will feature a spectacular finale with three climbs of the Butte Montmartre in the French capital — a twist on the traditional Champs-Elysees parade.

“Every year we say it’s the hardest Tour ever, but I know that this year’s Tour was something on another level,” Pogacar told reporters after finishing Saturday’s 20th stage in the main bunch.

“Maybe one day we went a bit easier, but if you look at the power files throughout the whole Tour, it’s been really amazing and tough. Even today we almost went all out from start to finish.”

The 26-year-old, who previously won the race in 2020, 2021 and last year, said the gruelling route had tested the peloton to its limits.

“I must say that even though it was the hardest, one of the hardest Tours I ever did, I enjoyed it and had good shape and good legs. Really looking forward to the last day tomorrow,” Pogacar, who has won 10 stages in the last two Tours, added.

After crossing the line on the penultimate stage, Pogacar, who on Friday said he was counting down the kilometers to Paris, hinted at a quick return to his bike despite three punishing weeks on the road.

“Monday, I travel home, Tuesday maybe I go on the bike. You never know — if I feel good, I do a bit of riding, stop for coffee and enjoy summer at home,” he said with a smile.

Asked about a possible appearance at the Vuelta a España later this year, which could further cement his place among cycling’s greatest in case of victory, Pogacar remained non-committal.

“We will decide a couple of days after the Tour, after everything is calm. Then we can make decisions for the next races,” he said.

“I think it’s going to be tough to decide. Of course, I would like to go to the Vuelta. Every year I do the Tour and I would like to do the Vuelta one day also, yeah, we will see.”

World champion Pogacar has won the Tour three times, achieved a rare Giro-Tour double last year, and has already claimed victory in three of the five Monuments — the most prestigious one-day races — prompting comparisons with Belgian all-time great Eddy Merckx. — Reuters

Sparks win at buzzer after Liberty lose Breanna Stewart to leg injury

RICKEA JACKSON scored on a tightly-contested layup at the buzzer, leading the Los Angeles Sparks to a 101-99 win over the host New York Liberty on Saturday night in Brooklyn.

New York’s seven-time All-Star forward Breanna Stewart left the game in the first quarter and did not return due to an injury to the lower part of her right leg. She played just over three minutes and scored three points — 16 below her average — and pulled down one rebound. Kennedy Burke replaced her and finished with two points in six minutes.

It was the fifth straight win for the Sparks, who have scored at least 90 points in each of those contests.

Jackson had 17 of her team-high 24 points in the first quarter, but she cooled off after that… until she made the game-winner in the lane, flipping the ball in with her back to the basket.

Kelsey Plum added 20 points, and Dearica Hamby and Azura Stevens added 17 points each for the Sparks. Stevens added a game-high 11 rebounds, and Hamby had 10 boards.

Also for the Sparks, Julie Allemand had a game-high 10 assists — one short of her career high.

Sabrina Ionescu scored a game-high 30 points for the Liberty, who had their five-game win streak snapped.

The Liberty trailed by 15 points in the first half and battled back to tie the score late in the fourth quarter, but their defense could not contain the Sparks.

Natasha Cloud played inspired ball for the Liberty with 22 points and nine assists.

The Liberty finished 6-2 in an eight-game homestand.

The Sparks were the more rested team as they hadn’t played since Thursday. New York, meanwhile, played its second game in two nights.

Los Angeles won the first quarter, 35-20, including a 13-0 run. The Sparks shot 68.4%, including 7 of 10 on 3-pointers.

The Sparks remained hot in the second quarter and went into halftime with a 58-45 lead.

With 3:08 left in the third quarter, Ionescu hit a 3-pointer that appeared to cut New York’s deficit to 65-64. However, Jonquel Jones was called for an illegal screen, negating the 3-pointer. Ionescu screamed at the referee and was hit with a technical foul, which Plum sank for a 66-61 advantage.

That stunted New York’s momentum, and the Sparks led 74-69 after three periods. The Sparks shot just 29% in the third, including 0-for-6 on 3-pointers.

In the fourth quarter, New York tied the score at 95 on a three-point play by Ionescu with 2:18 left, and she sank a 17-footer to even the score at 99 with 23.1 seconds left before Jackson’s winning shot on Hamby’s assist. — Field Level Media

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