Portland Fire Get First Win in Last Second Over Powerhouse New York Liberty
It was a nail-biting contest in which the action was fast and furious. During the contest, both teams combined for 28 made 3-pointers, one of which Bridget Carleton hit with just under three minutes left for a 94-91 lead. The new kids on the block definitely made a statement that they are here and they are serious. Therefore, the Portland Fire got their first win in last second over powerhouse New York Liberty. Leaving the Fire fans and the team itself deliriously happy.
With this win the Fire now have a 1-1 record so the future is theirs to write. However, they will face the Liberty again in a Thursday night clash in Portland at 7:00 PM PDT. But winning against the Liberty was no small feat for the fledging Fire. The Liberty won the WNBA Championship in 2024. And they have appeared in the WNBA Finals six times since joining the league in 1997. They boast players like Sabrina Ionescu, who is widely considered as one of the greatest 3-point shooters of all-time. And Marine Johannes from France, known for her creative playing style and passing and shooting skills,
Nevertheless, it was a shoot-out that the Fire managed to win in the end. Yet all five starters for New York (2-1) scored in double figures. Rookie Pauline Astier scored a season-high 24 points and Marine Johannes added 18. But Carla Leite added 21 points and six assists for Portland (1-1). Luisa Geiselsoder and Kamiah Smalls each scored 13 points and Barker finished with five points in 22 minutes off the bench.
Portland Fire Get First Win in Last Second Over Powerhouse New York Liberty
Unfortunately, Sabrina Ionescu, did not play due to a left foot injury. And to add insult to injury, New York was called for a three-second violation with 13.8 seconds left. But that didn’t stop her teammates from working hard. But in the end their efforts fell just short. Especially when Bridget Carleton had a career-high 26 points and five 3-pointers. But when one of Carleton’s 3-pointers missed, it was Barker who fought for the rebound. She put it back and the Fire won the game 98-96 right at the buzzer.
For her efforts her teammates showed their appreciation by mobbing her on the court. It was a sweet victory for the Fire. Now they will have to continue to do that for the rest of the season. It should be exciting times ahead for all WNBA fans!
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