The New York Liberty secured the top seed in the WNBA playoffs by defeating the Washington Mystics 87-71, marking their first No. 1 overall seed since 2015. Breanna Stewart led the Liberty with 15 points and 10 rebounds, ensuring a strong offensive showing. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx clinched the No. 2 seed with a dramatic 78-76 win over the Connecticut Sun, thanks to Bridget Carleton's last-second three-pointer. The Lynx have been on a hot streak, winning seven consecutive games. Both teams are set for a competitive playoff run, with New York aiming for their first WNBA title after falling short in the finals last year, and Minnesota looking to capitalize on their recent form.