"I wanted to make it difficult for all the players I was going against," added Stewart, who missed a potential game-sealing free throw in the final second of Friday's series-opening 95-93 overtime loss on the corner of Atlantic and Flatbush. Despite that setback, she brought forth a dominant performance in Game 2, leading her team to an 80-66 victory, highlighting her determination to improve and support her teammates.
"I'm gonna come out and be the same that I was (in Game 1), and be obviously better. But throughout this entire process, my team has my back every step," Stewart expressed, showcasing her commitment to performing at her best and her reliance on her teammates as they navigate the series.
The Liberty (1-1) never trailed in Game 2 after squandering an 18-point advantage on Thursday. They took a 31-21 lead behind Sabrina Ionescu's 12 first-quarter points. However, the Lynx (1-1) began to reel New York in just as they had in Game 1, with Stewart and her teammates ensuring they closed strong.
While that sellout crowd of 17,732 endured a brutal heartbreaking defeat, the most fans ever packed into Barclays for a WNBA game left the building feeling much better about things. The Liberty’s ability to bounce back and the impressive crowd support emphasized the passion for the team and the series.
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