Plenette Pierson traded to Liberty in exchange for Tiffany Jackson

After weeks of speculation, Tulsa Shock forward Plenette Pierson wrote via Twitter that she is leaving the team to become a member of the New York Liberty. Shortly afterwards, the Liberty announced the trade involving Tiffany Jackson.

From the release:

"We are delighted to have the opportunity to add another player with championship experience to our roster," said Blazejowski. "Plenette has proven to be an aggressive force in the paint during her professional career, and will help fortify our front court."

Through eight games this season in Tulsa, the eight-year veteran is averaging 12.1 ppg, 2.5 rpg and 1.3 apg in 15.8 mpg. She is currently ranked as the WNBA’s No. 5 field goal shooter (.535) and No. 15 free throw shooter (.857).

Jackson, 25, a 6-3 forward, was selected No. 5 overall by the Liberty in the 2007 WNBA Draft and owns a career average of 5.9 ppg and 3.8 rpg. She has appeared in nine match-ups this season while averaging 4.3 ppg and 3.1 rpg off the bench for New York.