What happened: Veronica Burton absorbed the hit on a drive and converted the basket to draw the foul. The sequence produced a free throw for a three-point play.

Why it matters: Game 2 matches Golden State and Atlanta in the 2026 title series during the league's 30th season. Points off contact fouls matter more in a short Finals series decided by single possessions.

What to watch: The free-throw attempt decides whether the sequence becomes a three-point play. The Game 2 result shapes the early direction of the championship series.