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Dream’s Angel Reese delivers powerful message after putting Liberty in 2-0 hole

The Atlanta Dream turned a late-game deficit into a commanding 101-98 overtime victory over the New York Liberty, extending their playoff series lead to 2-0. After Marine Fauthoux’s clutch three-pointer tied the game at 98-98 with 14 seconds left in regulation, the Dream’s resilience in overtime sealed their win.

Angel Reese delivered a standout performance with 23 points and seven offensive rebounds, including five in overtime, while Jordin Canada chipped in with 23 points and eight assists. Coach Karl Smesko praised both players for their toughness in crunch time, highlighting Reese’s ability to secure offensive boards and Canada’s leadership as a playmaker.

The Dream’s defensive intensity and emotional control—focusing on valuing possessions and minimizing turnovers—proved decisive in the high-stakes matchup, which saw a total of 39 personal fouls called during regulation. With one win away from advancing to the WNBA Finals, the Dream’s mental fortitude and clutch execution set the tone for the remainder of the series.

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