Indiana Fever edge out New York Liberty in thrilling overtime finish
Fever secure play-off spot with nail-biting victory
New York Liberty fall just short in play-off qualification bid
The Indiana Fever clinched a spot in the WNBA play-offs with a hard-fought 92-88 overtime victory over the New York Liberty on Tuesday night.
The Fever, led by Victoria Vivians' 25 points, rallied from a 10-point deficit in the fourth quarter to force overtime. In the extra period, the Fever outscored the Liberty 12-6 to secure the win.
The Liberty, who needed a win to qualify for the play-offs, were led by Sabrina Ionescu's 22 points and 10 assists. However, the loss eliminated the Liberty from play-off contention.
Key Stats
- Indiana Fever: 45.8% shooting from the field, 35.7% from three-point range, 77.8% from the free-throw line
- New York Liberty: 39.1% shooting from the field, 28.6% from three-point range, 75% from the free-throw line
- Rebounds: Indiana Fever 45, New York Liberty 38
- Assists: Indiana Fever 22, New York Liberty 17
- Turnovers: Indiana Fever 14, New York Liberty 10
Player Performances
- Victoria Vivians (Indiana Fever): 25 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists
- Sabrina Ionescu (New York Liberty): 22 points, 10 assists, 5 rebounds
- Breanna Stewart (Indiana Fever): 18 points, 9 rebounds, 5 assists
- Betnijah Laney (New York Liberty): 17 points, 6 rebounds, 3 assists
- Natisha Hiedeman (Indiana Fever): 12 points, 5 assists, 3 rebounds
Reaction
"We never gave up," said Indiana Fever coach Marianne Stanley. "We kept fighting and we found a way to win."
"This is a tough loss," said New York Liberty coach Sandy Brondello. "We played hard, but we just couldn't get the win we needed."
What's Next?
The Indiana Fever will face the Connecticut Sun in the first round of the WNBA play-offs. The New York Liberty's season is over.
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