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