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The New York Liberty defeated the Washington Mystics 98-93 in overtime in a May matchup, with Marine Johannes drilling six 3-pointers and finishing with 25 points and Breanna Stewart adding 23 points and nine rebounds. The extra period decided a close game between the Eastern Conference clubs, with New York’s perimeter shooting proving decisive late.
Johannes, who made a series of long-range shots through regulation and the extra session, accounted for the Liberty’s hot outside shooting and stretched the Mystics’ defense. Stewart supplied a powerful inside-outside presence, scoring in the paint and on midrange opportunities while hauling down nine rebounds that helped keep New York competitive on the boards.
The New York Liberty
The Mystics battled back through the second half to force overtime, but were unable to match New York’s accuracy from deep in the extra period. Washington’s rotation saw several players contribute minutes and scoring, but no Mystics player matched Johannes’ long-range burst or Stewart’s complementary scoring and rebounding.
The result marked a narrow loss for the Mystics, who remain Washington’s WNBA franchise and a focal point for local fans and media. The Liberty’s win highlighted New York’s reliance on outside shooting and the continued importance of Steward’s two-way impact; for the Mystics, the game underscored a need to contain opposing shooters and find a more consistent offensive answer in late-game situations.
For local supporters, the loss was a reminder that Washington’s team still faces on-court challenges even as individual players push for production. The contest also served as a showcase of the WNBA’s growing depth: long-distance shooting and versatile forwards can swing close games, and both teams left with clear takeaways about rotations and late-game execution.
The New York Liberty
Watch for how the Mystics’ coaching staff adjusts matchups and defensive schemes in upcoming games, and whether the team can tighten perimeter coverage to limit opponents’ three-point opportunities. The Liberty will look to maintain their shooting rhythm and capitalize on Stewart’s two-way floor presence in future matchups.
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