Those who tuned into Game 1 of the WNBA Finals between the Lynx and the Liberty were presented with one of the greatest games in the league’s glimmering history.
Minnesota and New York spun a tale for posterity, turning the Barclays Center hardwood into an amphitheater. For the thousands who packed into the colosseum’s concourses, it was a matchup that won’t soon be forgotten.
The game proved a clash of titans. That’s to be expected when the likes of Napheesa Collier, Breanna Stewart, Sabrina Ionescu, Jonquel Jones and, Kayla McBride are sharing the floor, among others.
In the end, the result was decided in the game’s final moments; the Lynx found a way to vanquish their Big Apple adversaries in overtime, 95-93.
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Here’s how it happened:
Lynx-Liberty ending, explained: How Minnesota pulled off record-tying comeback
The Liberty looked in cruise control with five minutes left, owners of a 15-point advantage over their weary Lynx opposition. With a harrowing advantage on the offensive boards and the timely shooting of Leonie Fiebich, New York appeared poised to secure a decisive Game 1 win.
That is, until Courtney Williams had her say.
Minnesota stormed back from 15 down, fueled by…
