The New York Liberty had a timeout remaining… so why didn’t they use it?! 😳
After a controversial overtime finish to Game 2 against the Atlanta Dream, Breanna Stewart and the Liberty are left searching for answers as Angel Reese, Jordin Canada, and Atlanta take a commanding 2-0 lead in the WNBA Semifinals.
Meanwhile, the Golden State Valkyries have the defending champs, the Las Vegas Aces, on their heels! Are A’ja Wilson and the Aces maxed out, or can they turn things around at home before it’s too late?
In this reaction episode, Chiney Ogwumike is happy to be joined by seasoned ESPN producer Demetrius Harris to break down the controversial final possession, the star power on display in the semis, the Dream’s impressive defense, the Valkyries’ winning formula, and whether BOTH defending champions could be headed for a semifinal sweep.
In This Episode:
🚨 Liberty’s controversial timeout mistake leaves everyone stunned
🏆 Angel Reese and Dream take a commanding 2-0 series lead
🔥 Jordin Canada steps up BIG for Atlanta
🔒 Angel Reese puts the clamps on all of New York’s stars
🗽 What the Liberty need to fix to avoid elimination
💪 Valkyries push Aces to the brink of a semi sweep
😳 Are A’ja Wilson and the Aces running out of gas?
⭐ Gabby Williams and Tiffany Hayes shine for Golden State
🧹 Can BOTH defending champions avoid getting swept?
🎯 Player of the Night… THE REFS?!
00:00 – Chiney Sounds Off on Liberty’s Timeout Controversy
00:29 – Welcome to Chiney Today!
01:06 – Introducing ESPN Producer Demetrius Harris
02:58 – Dream Defeat Liberty in Controversial Game 2 Finish
04:21 – Liberty’s Final Possession: They Had a Timeout?!
04:53 – Breanna Stewart Addresses the Officials’ Communication
05:13 – Breaking Down the WNBA’s Official Pool Report
07:17 – Chiney Calls Out Liberty’s Coaching Staff
09:00 – What New York Got Right Despite the Loss
10:27 – Jordin Canada and Angel Reese Step Up for Atlanta
12:02 – Can the Liberty Bounce Back? Angel Reese’s Defensive Impact
14:57 – Valkyries Take 2-0 Lead Over Aces
16:39 – Are A’ja Wilson and the Aces Running Out of Gas?
18:57 – How Golden State’s Defense Is Shutting Down Las Vegas
20:37 – The Impact of Valhalla and Home-Court Advantage
22:13 – Who Avoids the Sweep: Liberty or Aces?
23:56 – Player of the Night… THE REFS?!
24:50 – Demetrius Harris Wraps Up His Chiney Today Debut
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