Controversial officiating call overshadows Dream's overtime victory against Liberty

The Atlanta Dream faced off against the New York Liberty on October 7 in Game 2 of the WNBA semi-finals, with the Dream leading the series 2-0. The match was marked by a contentious officiating decision in the first half that resulted in Rhyne Howard, a key player for Atlanta, receiving her fourth foul shortly before halftime. The call led to widespread criticism from commentators and a high number of fouls throughout the game. Despite the challenges, including foul trouble for players like Angel Reese, Atlanta secured a 101-98 victory in overtime. The next game in the series will take place at Barclays Center on October 9.

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