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Kayla McBride Leads Lynx to 82-80 Win, Forcing Game 5 in WNBA Finals

Oct 19, 2024, 02:01 AM

The Minnesota Lynx defeated the New York Liberty 82-80 in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series at 2-2 and forcing a decisive Game 5. Kayla McBride led the Lynx with 19 points, shooting 4-of-5 from three-point range and adding four assists. Courtney Williams also made significant contributions. The game was intense and closely contested throughout, with the Lynx leading 47-45 at halftime. Bridget Carleton secured the win by sinking two free throws with two seconds remaining after being fouled on a put-back attempt. The Liberty missed a potential game-winning shot at the buzzer. Breanna Stewart struggled, shooting 2-for-11 in the first half and finishing with only 4 points at halftime. Game 5 will take place on Sunday at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where the Liberty will seek to claim their first WNBA championship after five previous Finals appearances without a title.