Well, folks, it’s official—2024 is delivering one of the wildest WNBA playoff runs we’ve seen in a minute. The Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty are clashing in the Finals, and if you’re not watching, are you even living?
In a season where the Liberty pretty much turned into basketball Terminators with their 32-8 record, many expected them to waltz to the championship like they were in a Disney movie. But surprise, surprise—the Lynx decided to spice things up. The first two games were absolute nail-biters, and now the series is tied at 1-1. Who doesn’t love some playoff drama?
A Wild Playoff Ride: From Boring Blows to Thrilling Five-Game Wars
Let’s rewind a bit to the first round of the playoffs, where the best-of-three series format was… well, not exactly “must-see TV.” Every team that advanced did so with a clean 2-0 sweep, and there wasn’t a single Game 3 in sight. Did these teams agree to just not bother with suspense?
Here’s how the “thrilling” first round went:
- Liberty 2, Atlanta Dream 0: The Liberty had mercy and only beat them by double digits. Twice.
- Connecticut Sun 2, Indiana Fever 0: Same story. Different teams.
- Lynx 2, Phoenix Mercury 0: Phoenix showed up to score… but not much else.
- Las Vegas Aces 2, Seattle Storm 0: Storm fans might still be crying.
And with that yawn-fest behind us, we were finally gifted with semi-finals worth watching.
Semi-Finals: Where Things Got Real
Finally, some actual competition! New York vs. Vegas, Minnesota vs. Connecticut—it felt like we were watching contenders instead of pretenders. The semi-finals were a best-of-five series, so naturally, things got way more interesting.
In Game 1 of their respective series, the Liberty took down the reigning champion Las Vegas Aces 87-77, while the Lynx lost a nail-biter to the Connecticut Sun, 73-70. But wait, the plot thickened.
The Liberty almost choked Game 2 before pulling it out 88-84 (because who needs a comfortable lead?), and the Lynx, in typical Minnesota fashion, evened things up with a gritty win over Connecticut. Fast forward to Game 3: The Aces decided they weren’t going out without a fight, handing the Liberty their first loss in ages, while the Lynx kept it spicy by winning Game 3 and then dropping Game 4 just to keep us on edge.
And then came the Game 5 showdown: Minnesota outlasted the Sun in an intense 88-77 victory, officially booking their ticket to the Finals to face the Liberty. The Sun were so close, but—well, maybe next year.
The Finals: Lynx vs. Liberty—Who Will Break First?
And now, here we are, smack dab in the middle of a best-of-five WNBA Finals between the powerhouse New York Liberty and the “won’t die” Minnesota Lynx. Game 1 was a shocker, as the Lynx somehow managed to steal a 95-93 victory. The Liberty must’ve forgotten they were supposed to be unstoppable. But don’t worry, they remembered in Game 2, bouncing back with an 80-66 victory like it was a casual Tuesday.
The series is now tied 1-1, and the stage is set for Game 3 on Wednesday, October 16. Will the Liberty flex their muscles and prove they’re not just regular-season champs? Or will the Lynx continue their underdog rise, like the scrappy basketball heroes we never knew we needed?
What’s Next?
With two more games (at least) left in this rollercoaster of a series, anything could happen. Game 3 tips off tonight, and we’re all wondering who will take control of this crazy ride. If needed, there will be a Game 5 on Sunday, October 20. Let’s hope it comes down to that, because who doesn’t love a good Game 5 drama?
In the meantime, get your popcorn ready—this Finals is shaping up to be the must-watch event of the WNBA season, and no one saw it coming.
Schedule for WNBA Finals 2024
- Game 3: Wednesday, October 16, 8 PM ET – Liberty vs. Lynx
- Game 4: Friday, October 18, 8 PM ET – Liberty vs. Lynx
- Game 5 (if necessary): Sunday, October 20, 8 PM ET – Lynx vs. Liberty
Buckle up, folks. This ride is far from over.
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