The New York Liberty secured a commanding 104-90 victory over the Atlanta Dream on Thursday night, extending their winning streak to six games in a crucial WNBA Commissioner’s Cup clash. Both teams entered the contest undefeated in Cup play, making this matchup a pivotal moment in the competition.
New York’s sharp shooting from beyond the arc was the defining factor, with the team hitting an impressive 16 of 31 three-point attempts. Meanwhile, Atlanta struggled to capitalize at the free-throw line, which contributed to their inability to close the gap throughout the game.
Liberty vs Dream Shakes Up WNBA Commissioner’s Cup Race
With this win, the Liberty improved their Commissioner’s Cup record to a perfect 4-0, placing them firmly in control of their path to the Cup final and significantly altering the standings.
Bench player Satou Sabally led the reserves with 19 points, providing a crucial offensive boost. At the same time, Breanna Stewart anchored the frontcourt defense alongside Raquel Carrera, effectively limiting Atlanta’s second-chance scoring opportunities and reinforcing New York’s dominance on the boards.