Marine Johannès said she does not know whether she will return to New York after the Liberty were swept by Atlanta in the semifinals.

Marine Johannes Top Points vs. Minnesota Lynx, 09/29/2026

Marine Johannes Top 2-pointers vs. Minnesota Lynx, 09/27/2026

There was still a sting in Marine Johannes’ voice when she discussed turning the page from the FIBA World Cup back to the Liberty season.

France knows exactly what they’re chasing in the FIBA Women’s World Cup final, with a daunting Team USA squad chasing a piece of history packed with WNBA All-Stars. However, if one teammate of Gabby Williams is to be believed, what France is bringing in its mindset could be dangerous for the Americans.

France will face Team USA in the World Cup final, and Marine Johannès says the French have “nothing to lose” in Sunday’s title game.

Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams is out in Berlin representing France at the 2026 FIBA World Cup, and while she’s leading her nation in their quest to dethrone Team USA, she’s not doing it alone. Alongside Williams is New York Liberty’s Marine Johannes, who’s also doing her part to help France in their campaign. [...]

One US slip-up, and France could be World Cup winners.

FIBA reacts to what France's Marine Johannes did against South Korea.