Liberty leave Atlanta mired in timeout controversy, 2-0 semifinal deficit and missed opportunities
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Key Points:
- In a critical WNBA semifinals Game 2, the New York Liberty lost 101-98 to the Atlanta Dream amid controversy over a reset timeout that officials initially denied the Liberty, impacting the game's final moments.
- Breanna Stewart asked officials about a reset timeout during Angel Reese's free throws, but was told no, despite the Liberty actually having one, leading to a disputed possession and a missed final shot.
- The Liberty, facing a 2-0 series deficit, have never overcome such a hole in WNBA postseason history, putting their championship hopes in jeopardy despite a talented roster and strong individual performances.
- Both players and coaches expressed frustration over the timeout confusion, with the Liberty filing an official inquiry, while acknowledging multiple missed opportunities throughout the game contributed to the loss.
- Game 3 is set for Friday in New York, where the Liberty hope to rebound in front of their home crowd, but the lingering timeout controversy and late-game miscues have cast a shadow over their postseason run.
