Liberty Sweep Dream, Advance to Semifinals

Sabrina Ionescu led the New York Liberty with a franchise playoff record-tying 36 points in a 91-82 victory over the Atlanta Dream, advancing the team to the WNBA semifinals. The Liberty dominated the series, sweeping the best-of-three games and will face either Las Vegas or Seattle next. Leonie Fiebich, a standout rookie, contributed significantly with a career-high 21 points in Game 1, showcasing her potential in a new starting role. Jonquel Jones added 20 points and 13 rebounds in the decisive Game 2. The series saw strong performances from Atlanta's Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard, but it wasn't enough to stave off elimination. The games were attended by notable celebrities, adding to the electrifying atmosphere at Barclays Center.