Sabrina Ionescu Hits Game-Winning Shot as New York Liberty Takes Game 3 of WNBA Finals
Liberty Strikes Back with Late 3-Pointer, Takes 2-1 Series Lead
In a thrilling Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, Sabrina Ionescu hit a game-winning three-pointer with just one second remaining, giving the New York Liberty an 80-77 victory over the Minnesota Lynx. Ionescu, who finished the game with 13 points on 3 of 8 3-point shooting, hit the shot from near the logo to give New York its second win of the series.
Liberty’s Comeback Victory
The game saw the Liberty come back from a slow start, trailing the Lynx by double digits at halftime. However, New York outscoring Minnesota 26-19 in the third quarter to cut the deficit to just one point. The Liberty then took the lead for good with Ionescu’s clutch three-pointer.
Star Performances
Breanna Stewart led all scorers with 30 points for the Liberty, shooting an efficient 9 of 20 from the field and making all 10 of her free-throw attempts. Jonquel Jones and Leonie Fiebich added 13 points each, while Napheesa Collier led the Lynx with 22 points, including nine rebounds, five steals, two assists, and a block.
Double-Digit Scorers
Kayla McBride logged 19 points on 7 of 16 shooting, while Bridget Carleton and Courtney Williams scored 14 and 12 points, respectively, for the Lynx. Alanna Smith, however, exited the game due to back issues, missing all three of her shot attempts and playing just 20 minutes.
Game 4 Preview
The series shifts to Minnesota for Game 4, set to take place on Friday, October 18 at 8 p.m. ET, 5 p.m. PT. The Lynx must avoid a 3-1 deficit to remain in contention for the title, while the Liberty aim to continue their first-ever championship push.
Conclusion
The 2024 WNBA Finals have seen a thrilling start, with Sabrina Ionescu’s game-winning shot being a highlight-reel moment. The series is now tied at 2-1 in favor of the Liberty, with the Lynx looking to bounce back in front of their home crowd.
FAQs
Q: Who hit the game-winning shot in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals?
A: Sabrina Ionescu
Q: What was the final score in Game 3 of the WNBA Finals?
A: New York Liberty 80, Minnesota Lynx 77
Q: Who led the Liberty in scoring in Game 3?
A: Breanna Stewart (30 points)
Q: When is Game 4 of the WNBA Finals set to take place?
A: Friday, October 18 at 8 p.m. ET, 5 p.m. PT
