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Liberty want to move past timeout fiasco as WNBA playoff elimination looms

The New York Liberty are looking to put their timeout controversy behind them as they prepare for Game 3 of their WNBA semifinal series against the Atlanta Dream, set for Friday, October 9 at Barclays Center. After falling 101-98 in overtime during Game 2, the Liberty were caught off guard when referee Kevin Fahy informed Breanna Stewart that no reset timeout remained, despite the team believing they had one available.

Stewart later clarified that the mix-up was not an accusation against the officials but a frustration over the miscommunication, emphasizing the importance of trust and honesty in the league. Head coach Chris DeMarco acknowledged the coaching staff’s failure to push harder for the timeout, calling it an unfortunate situation that must not distract from the upcoming game.

The Liberty have formally submitted an inquiry to the WNBA regarding the incident, though the league has not yet responded. Meanwhile, Stewart and the team remain focused on Game 3, aiming to avoid further setbacks in their playoff push.

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