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Liberty vs Dream Final: 87-83 - Recap

New York got 18 points from Natasha Howard en route to a 87-83 victory over Atlanta on Sunday at Barclays Center.

Bettors who backed the Liberty were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -4.5. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 160.5.

New York got 18 points from Marine Johannes and another 15 points from Stefanie Dolson. Sabrina Ionescu contributed 7 assists, while Stefanie Dolson cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

The Dream got a 24-point performance from Rhyne Howard, who was supported by 15 points from Monique Billings. Rhyne Howard had 7 assists in a losing cause for Atlanta, while Naz Hillmon grabbed 7 rebounds.

New York led at halftime, 52-49.

Atlanta had a 38-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.