Liberty Defeat Aces in Game 2 Semifinals

The New York Liberty defeated the Las Vegas Aces 88-84 in Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals, securing a 2-0 lead in the best-of-five series. Sabrina Ionescu led the Liberty with 24 points, nine rebounds, and five assists, making crucial plays in the final minutes to ensure the win. This victory puts the Liberty on the brink of avenging last year's Finals loss to the Aces, as no team has ever come back from a 2-0 deficit in a best-of-five series in WNBA history. Aces coach Becky Hammon praised the Liberty's focus, comparing their situation to the 2013/14 San Antonio Spurs’ comeback. Meanwhile, the Minnesota Lynx evened their series against the Connecticut Sun with a 77-70 victory in Game 2, despite an off night from star Napheesa Collier.