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Liberty Stunned: Historic Comeback Now a Dreaded Reality
8 Oct
Summary
- Liberty faces a historic 0-2 deficit with no WNBA team ever returning.
- Marine Fauthoux scored 20 points off the bench in a breakout performance.
- A controversial timeout situation preceded the overtime loss.
The New York Liberty suffered a devastating 101-98 overtime loss in Game 2, placing them in a historical 0-2 series deficit. No team in WNBA history has ever recovered from such a hole in a best-of-five series.
Breanna Stewart delivered a stellar performance, especially in the first half, finishing with 35 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. However, her efforts were overshadowed by a crucial sequence at the end of regulation and overtime.
Marine Fauthoux emerged as an unlikely hero, scoring 20 points off the bench in 31 minutes and tying the game late in regulation. Despite her impact, the Liberty couldn't secure the win.
The game concluded with a controversial finish, including a disputed timeout situation that left the Liberty unable to strategize for the final seconds. This loss sets the stage for a monumental comeback attempt as the series shifts to Barclays Center for Game 3.
