What happened: Atlanta Dream guard Allisha Gray has returned to the bench and is available to play after appearing to injure her left hand. She initially exited to the locker room after a fast pass appeared to catch the tip of her finger earlier in the contest.

Why it matters: Her availability provides a major lift for the Dream in this WNBA semifinal opener. Allisha Gray remains a crucial part of an Atlanta lineup that is currently navigating a tight, in-progress game against the New York Liberty, trailing 40-37.

What to watch: Monitor how Gray manages the ball and handles contact upon checking back into the game.