Breanna Stewart warms up for WNBA semifinal opener

New York is the first eighth seed to upset a top seed.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 36m1 min read

Stewie gets warm ahead of Game 1 🔥 The @nyliberty made history as the first No. 8 seed to defeat a No. 1 seed in the Fi Via @NBA on X

What happened: The Liberty forward took the court for pregame activities ahead of Game 1 against the Atlanta Dream. The matchup is being broadcast nationally on ABC.

Why it matters: The team advanced following a historic performance in the opening round. They became the first No. 8 seed to eliminate a No. 1 seed when they defeated the Lynx 87-71.

By the numbers: Stewart averages 27.5 points, 8.5 rebounds and five assists per game entering the series.

What to watch: New York will attempt to take an early series lead on the road.

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