Liberty Clinch First WNBA Title in Game 5

The New York Liberty secured their first WNBA championship by defeating the Minnesota Lynx 67-62 in overtime during Game 5 of the Finals. Jonquel Jones led the Liberty with 17 points, while Breanna Stewart's critical free throws, following controversial officiating, were pivotal in sending the game to overtime. Nyara Sabally emerged as an unexpected hero, contributing significant points and defensive plays. Liberty coach Sandy Brondello's strategic instructions and post-game comments highlighted concerns over officiating fairness. Despite Minnesota's Napheesa Collier scoring 22 points, the Lynx fell short of claiming their fifth WNBA title. The victory marked New York's first basketball championship since the Knicks' 1973 NBA title and ended the Liberty's 28-year wait for a WNBA title.