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Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream advanced to the WNBA Finals after sweeping the New York Liberty in the semifinals. Following a decisive 85-83 victory in Brooklyn, Reese treated her teammates to a lavish late-night dinner in New York City. The Dream will now face the Golden State Valkyries in a best-of-seven series starting on October 17.
The New York Liberty were swept 3-0 by the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA semifinals, ending their season with a 26-18 record. Breanna Stewart publicly criticized the front office’s defensive strategy, while CBS Sports questions whether the team needs a major shake-up, including potentially trading Sabrina Ionescu or firing coach Chris DeMarco.
Angel Reese led the Atlanta Dream to a 3-0 sweep of the New York Liberty, securing the franchise's first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013. Reese, the 2026 Defensive Player of the Year, scored 22 points in the 85-83 Game 3 win, fulfilling a prediction she made on social media exactly one year prior. The Dream will face the Golden State Valkyries in the championship series starting October 17.
The Atlanta Dream advanced to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013 after defeating the New York Liberty 85-83 in Game 3 of the semifinals. Angel Reese scored 22 points to complete a three-game sweep, while the Golden State Valkyries also reached the finals by sweeping the Las Vegas Aces. The championship series begins on October 17 in San Francisco, with both teams seeking their first titles.
The Atlanta Dream secured a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals after a 101-98 overtime victory over the New York Liberty. Angel Reese scored 23 points, including crucial free throws in the final seconds, while Jordin Canada also scored 23. The Dream are one win away from their first Finals appearance since 2013.
The New York Liberty lost Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals to the Atlanta Dream 101-98 in overtime, falling behind 0-2 in the series. The loss was marred by a controversy involving a missed reset timeout. Breanna Stewart claimed officials incorrectly informed her the Liberty had no reset timeout remaining, forcing a long-range shot instead of a set play. The Liberty have filed a formal inquiry with the league, though the result is final.
The Atlanta Dream defeated the New York Liberty 101-98 in overtime on October 8, 2026, to take a 2-0 lead in the WNBA semifinals. The game ended in controversy after Breanna Stewart claimed officials incorrectly told her the Liberty lacked a reset timeout, leading to a failed final possession. Angel Reese sank two free throws to seal the win. The Liberty have filed a formal inquiry with the league regarding the officiating error.
Angel Reese delivered a dominant performance in a 101-98 overtime victory over the New York Liberty, securing a 2-0 series lead for the Atlanta Dream. Her 23 points, 7 rebounds, and clutch free throws highlighted a season where her trade from Chicago to Atlanta has been redefined as a generational move. Reese, the 2026 Defensive Player of the Year, overcame the absence of star scorer Allisha Gray to lead her team to the brink of the WNBA Finals.
Jason Sudeikis and Breanna Stewart sat down for a new interview to discuss their similar journeys to the top of their respective fields. The conversation highlights how both navigated intense pressure and scrutiny, with Stewart noting that the WNBA’s rising profile has brought new challenges. Sudeikis, a dedicated fan of the New York Liberty, praised Stewart’s consistent dominance and discussed the cultural shifts in college sports and professional leagues.
The Atlanta Dream defeated the New York Liberty 92-82 in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, leveraging a transition-heavy style and superior defense to force 19 turnovers. Despite playing without star guard Allisha Gray for most of the game due to a hand injury, Atlanta’s aggressive defense, led by Angel Reese and Jordin Canada, neutralized New York’s size advantage. The victory gives Atlanta a 1-0 series lead and keeps them alive in their pursuit of a Finals appearance, while the Liberty must address their ball-handling issues in Game 2.
The 2026 WNBA first round concluded with major upsets, as the No. 8 New York Liberty swept the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx, and the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Dallas Wings in a dramatic Game 3 comeback. The semifinals will feature the Liberty against the Atlanta Dream and the Aces against the Valkyries.
The 2026 WNBA playoffs saw two major upsets on Tuesday. The No. 8 New York Liberty swept the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx, 87-71, in Game 2. Meanwhile, the No. 6 Indiana Fever avoided elimination by defeating the defending champion Las Vegas Aces, 99-89, in Game 2, forcing a decisive Game 3.
The New York Liberty became the first No. 8 seed to eliminate the No. 1 seed in WNBA history by sweeping the Minnesota Lynx 2-0 in the quarterfinals. Jonquel Jones led the Liberty with 21 points and 13 rebounds in Game 2, securing an 87-71 victory. The Lynx, who finished the regular season with the best record, failed to overcome the Liberty’s size advantage, ending their season in the first round.
The 2026 WNBA playoffs delivered major upsets as the No. 8 New York Liberty swept the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx, while Caitlin Clark led the No. 6 Indiana Fever to a crucial Game 2 win against the Las Vegas Aces. The Liberty’s historic victory marks the first time an eighth seed has eliminated a first seed since 2016. Meanwhile, Clark’s historic performance helped the Fever avoid elimination, setting up a decisive Game 3. The Lynx’s collapse highlights their defensive struggles, while the Aces face pressure to close out the series.
The New York Liberty became the first No. 8 seed to eliminate the No. 1 seed in WNBA history by sweeping the Minnesota Lynx 2-0 in the quarterfinals. After a rocky regular season, the Liberty advanced to the semifinals, defeating the league's best regular-season team in a series that many pundits predicted would go the other way.