Liberty crush top-seeded Lynx in Game 1 stunner

The New York Liberty defeated the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx 91-75 in Game 1 of their best-of-three WNBA playoff series. Breanna Stewart delivered a clutch performance, recording 34 points, 12 rebounds, six assists, two steals, and two blocks. Contributions from Leonie Fiebich and Han Xu supported the Liberty's second-half turnaround. The Minnesota Lynx now face a must-win Game 2 in New York on Tuesday to avoid a first-round exit after the Liberty's dominant opening victory.