Pauline Astier showcased an exceptional performance, recording 16 points on 6/8 field goals and 3/4 free throws, along with 6 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 block, and 2 turnovers in 31 minutes of play, the most for the Liberty in the game.
Her teammate Rebekah Gardner, who was unfamiliar with Astier’s game before training camp, was deeply impressed by how Astier stepped up to fill the void left by the injured Sabrina Ionescu.
“She’s been great. I didn’t know Pauline before I got here, but I know she’s a young European player, and I think she’s great. And I have to say, having played in the EuroLeague myself, it’s harder than the WNBA, especially when you’re a key player abroad and here you’re more of a complementary player, and you play with excellent players like Sabrina, Stewie, and JJ, it makes things much easier.”
Currently, Pauline Astier averages 12 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 3.6 assists for the Liberty.
In the same game, Marine Johannes contributed 6 points and 2 assists for the Liberty. Monique Akoa-Makani scored 13 points, with 3 rebounds and 3 assists, while Noëmie Brochant added 2 points and 1 assist. Valériane Ayayi played only 3 minutes, finishing with 0 points, 1 rebound, and 1 assist for the Mercury.
