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In sweeping fashion, Atlanta manifests their WNBA Finals Dream

The Atlanta franchise punched its ticket to the 2026 championship round by defeating the New York roster 85-83, completing a series sweep in the semifinals. Karl Smesko guided a tight seven-player rotation that held off a late push driven by Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones, who each put up 26 points for the losing side.

Key performances propelled the victors across the finish line, led by Jordin Canada with 19 points and 11 assists alongside Rhyne Howard contributing 21 points. DeWanna Bonner secured a double-double of 13 points and 13 rebounds, while rookie Isobel Borlase chipped in 10 points off the bench.

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