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‘Job not finished’- Fans erupt as Reese powers Dream past Liberty 101-98 in OT to take 2-0 lead

Atlanta secured a thrilling 101-98 overtime victory against New York to grab a two-game lead in their semifinal series, despite playing without their top scorer Allisha Gray due to a hand injury. Angel Reese led the charge with 23 points, seven rebounds, two assists, one steal, and two blocks, sealing the outcome with clutch free throws in the extra session.

Jordin Canada matched her output with 23 points alongside five rebounds and eight assists, while the Atlanta defense forced 17 turnovers that translated into 28 points.

New York had forced the extra period when Marine Fauthoux drained a three-pointer with just 4.5 seconds remaining in regulation time. Breanna Stewart poured in 35 points and grabbed 11 rebounds for the visitors, though Atlanta managed to limit her to only 10 points after halftime.

The series now shifts to New York for the third matchup on Friday as the victors look to punch their ticket to the championship round.

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