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Atlanta Dream Sweep Liberty, Reach WNBA Finals
10 Oct
Summary
- Atlanta Dream secured their first Finals trip in 13 years.
- Angel Reese scored a team-high 22 points in the clinching game.
- The Dream swept the New York Liberty in the semifinals.
The Atlanta Dream have officially punched their ticket to the WNBA Finals, marking their first appearance in 13 years. They achieved this historic feat by sweeping the New York Liberty in the semifinals with an 85-83 victory on Friday night.
Angel Reese led the charge with a team-high 22 points, closely followed by Rhyne Howard's 21 points. Jordin Canada also contributed significantly with 19 points and 11 assists, ensuring the Dream overcame a resilient Liberty team.
The Dream showcased strong offensive performance early, with Howard scoring 11 points in the first quarter. Despite the Liberty mounting a comeback in the second half to take a brief lead, Atlanta's defense tightened in the fourth quarter, securing the victory and their place in the championship round.
This marks Atlanta's fourth appearance in the WNBA Finals, with previous trips in 2010, 2011, and 2013. They now await the winner of the series between the Las Vegas Aces and the Golden State Valkyries, with the Finals set to begin on October 17th.
Notable performances included DeWanna Bonner's crucial free throws and a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds. The team also overcame the absence of Allisha Gray due to a finger injury, demonstrating remarkable depth and veteran leadership throughout the postseason.
