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‘Inexcusable Flopping,’ ‘Bailed Out by the Refs Like Always’ — WNBA World Sounds Off on Officiating As Angel Reese, Dream Advance to Round 2

The Atlanta Dream secured a two-game sweep over the Washington Mystics on Wednesday to advance to the semifinals. In the opening contest, Atlanta overturned an early deficit to triumph 92-77, powered by a 13-point, 12-rebound performance from Angel Reese in her playoff debut.

Game two saw Washington narrow the margin to three points in the fourth quarter before the Dream pulled away for a 93-75 victory. Total fouls reached 53 across the intensely physical series, sparking fierce online debate over officiating decisions and plays involving Reese, Shakira Austin, and Lauren Betts.

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