Bonner's halftime speech sparks Dream's comeback against Liberty
ESPN WNBA • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 11:58 PM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
The Atlanta Dream rallied in the second half to secure a 92-82 victory over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of their playoff series. DeWanna Bonner's halftime address was pivotal in the Dream's performance, catalyzing their surge after a competitive first half. The win marks a crucial step for the Dream as they aim to advance further in the postseason. Game 2 is forthcoming, presenting both teams with another opportunity to shift momentum in the series.
- •Dream wins Game 1 against Liberty, 92-82
- •DeWanna Bonner delivers impactful halftime message
- •Game 1 is part of the WNBA playoff series
- •Upcoming Game 2 will be critical for both teams
- 12:39 AMESPN WNBA — Bonner's fiery halftime message fuels Dream's surge versus Liberty
"DeWanna Bonner's fiery halftime message spurs Dream in 92-82 win over Liberty in Game 1 of their series.
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