Liberty struggle in Game 2 amid timeout controversy versus Dream
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 8, 2026, 6:22 AM
Last updated Oct 8, 2026
The New York Liberty faced a tough loss against the Atlanta Dream in Game 2 of the WNBA semifinals, falling 101-98. The outcome has left the Liberty down 2-0 in the best-of-five series and on the brink of elimination. A critical moment came when Breanna Stewart’s inquiry about a timeout led to confusion, impacting the game’s final moments. Head coach Chris DeMarco confirmed the team is seeking clarity from the league regarding the incident. Despite the setback, players acknowledged that their performance before the timeout controversy contributed to the loss.
- •Liberty trail 2-0 in the semifinal series against Dream.
- •Game 2 featured a timeout controversy involving Breanna Stewart.
- •Liberty made an official inquiry to the league about the incident.
- •Team had 28 points off 17 turnovers in the loss.
- •Playoff history shows no team has recovered from a 0-2 deficit.
- 6:22 AMYahoo Sports — Liberty leave Atlanta mired in timeout controversy, 2-0 semifinal deficit and missed opportunities
"The timeout dispute that ended Wednesday's Game 2 will ultimately overshadow the hole the Liberty dug themselves into.
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