Dream sweep Liberty to earn first WNBA Finals berth since 2013 - ESPN
The Atlanta Dream defeated the New York Liberty 85-83 to secure their first WNBA Finals appearance since 2013. Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard led the scoring effort in the decisive victory.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in the WNBA competitive landscape as the Dream return to the championship stage after over a decade.
Oct 9, 2026, 10:01 PM ET NEW YORK -- Angel Reese scored 22 points, Rhyne Howard added 21 and the…
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