New York Liberty Leads WNBA Semifinals 2-0

The New York Liberty are one victory away from the WNBA Finals after defeating the Las Vegas Aces 88-84 in Game 2 of the semifinals, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series. Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 24 points, making the crucial go-ahead jumper in the final minutes, while Breanna Stewart contributed 15 points and eight assists. The Aces, facing an 0-2 deficit reminiscent of last year's Finals, fought back to tie the game late, but ultimately struggled with turnovers and missed opportunities. The Liberty's defense and clutch free throw shooting sealed the win, adding to their five-game winning streak against the Aces this season. With no team having ever come back from a 2-0 deficit in WNBA playoff history, the Liberty look poised to advance. Fans are rallying behind the team, anticipating a championship run and celebrating their strong performance at Barclays Center.