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Liberty and Sun Advance to WNBA Semifinals After 91-82 Victory and 87-81 Win

Sep 26, 2024, 12:37 AM

The New York Liberty have advanced to the WNBA semifinals after sweeping the Atlanta Dream with a 91-82 victory in Game 2. Sabrina Ionescu played a pivotal role, starting the game with a crucial three-pointer and leading the team on multiple scoring runs. The Liberty are seeking their first title in franchise history. Meanwhile, the Connecticut Sun also secured their spot in the semifinals by defeating the Indiana Fever 87-81 in Game 2, completing a series sweep. Alyssa Thomas led the Sun with 19 points, 13 assists, and 5 rebounds. The Sun are heading to their sixth straight semifinals. Caitlin Clark had a standout performance for the Fever with 25 points, 9 assists, and 6 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to keep their season alive. Clark's rookie season has been historic, setting multiple records including the WNBA rookie record, and significantly boosting WNBA viewership and attendance. Both the Liberty and the Sun now await their opponents for the next round of the playoffs.