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2024 - 10 - 19

Lynx Claw Their Way to Game 5: Free Throws and Fun Facts!

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Get ready for a nail-biting Game 5 as the Lynx edge out the Liberty! Bridget Carleton steals the spotlight with clutch free throws. Plus, find out how WNBA salaries stack up!

In a heart-stopping finale, the Minnesota Lynx battled their way to a thrilling 82-80 victory over the New York Liberty, forcing a decisive Game 5 in the WNBA Finals. With only two seconds left on the clock, Canadian star Bridget Carleton stepped up to the free-throw line, cool under pressure, and sank both shots to clinch the game for the Lynx. This match was a rollercoaster, filled with lead changes and nail-biting moments that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Now, the stage is set for a winner-takes-all showdown this Sunday at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, where WNBA glory will be determined!

The matchup has been a showcase not just of talent but of heart, highlighted by the Lynx's vital defense and clutch shooting. Experts agree that both teams have displayed incredible resilience throughout the series. With the stakes at their highest, expectations soar for Game 5, as fans are eager to witness which team will snatch the championship title. Prepare for the excitement, as even the experts are buzzing about key strategies that could affect the outcome!

On a slightly different note, while fans are gearing up to cheer for their favorite teams, the ongoing debate about player salaries in the WNBA, notably highlighted by Angel Reese, is stealing some spotlight. The rising star humorously remarked that her salary doesn't even cover her bills. Earning around $73,439 in her rookie season with the Chicago Sky, Reese has made her mark off the court with hefty endorsements that pad her income. The disparity in salaries compared to the NBA is a hot topic, as many WNBA players continue to push for better pay—making their successes even sweeter as they fight for fairness.

As we look ahead to Game 5, it's crucial to appreciate both the incredible talent displayed and the push for equality in women's sports. Many fans may not realize that the WNBA format allows for best-of-five series in the Finals, ramping up the excitement with every game played. Additionally, former Lynx great Maya Moore is not only celebrated for her on-court heroics but also for stepping away from the game to champion social justice causes. Here's hoping for a spectacular Game 5—where legends will be born, and bills might just remain unpaid!

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Lynx force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's free throws to beat ... (Delta-Optimist)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Canada's Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, ...

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Minnesota Lynx beat New York Liberty to force Game 5 in WNBA ... (USA TODAY)

The Minnesota Lynx beat the New York Liberty 82-80 Friday to force a decisive Game 5 in the WNBA Finals, Sunday in Brooklyn.

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How to watch the Liberty and Lynx battle for WNBA title in Game 5 of ... (NBC New York)

The New York Liberty and Minnesota Lynx will battle for the championship in Game 5 of the 2024 WNBA Finals. Here's where to watch the showdown.

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Lynx outlast Liberty in latest WNBA Finals thriller, force decisive Game 5 (NBC 10 Philadelphia)

The Finals will now come down to a winner-takes-all showdown on Sunday at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn. By Eric Mullin • Published 56 mins ago • Updated 3 mins ago. NBC Universal, Inc. NBC's WNBA experts break down the 2024 WNBA Finals matchup ...

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Lynx force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's free throws to beat ... (Coast Reporter)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx forced a decisive Game 5 of the WNBA Finals, ...

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New York Liberty 80-82 Minnesota Lynx: WNBA finals Game 4 – as ... (The Guardian)

Rolling report: Minnesota kept their season alive with an 82-80 win over New York in Game 4 of the WNBA finals. Beau Dure was watching.

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WNBA Finals Takeaways: Lynx narrowly escape thriller to force ... (Sportsnet.ca)

Through 14 lead changes, single-digit deficits and more clutch moments than you can ask for, the Minnesota Lynx came away with the win in the tightest game ...

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Minnesota Lynx stay alive in WNBA Finals, beat New York Liberty in ... (USA TODAY)

The Minnesota Lynx pulled ahead of New York Liberty by 2 points after a foul in the final seconds of Game 4. The WNBA Finals will be decided Sunday.

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WNBA's salary 'doesn't even pay one of my bills,' says Angel Reese (Fortune)

Angel Reese, rising WNBA star, explains that her salary does not go far. Icon Sportswire / Contributor—Getty Images. Just because ...

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'The WNBA don't pay my bills at all': Angel Reese jokes about cost of ... (CNN)

Despite Angel Reese being a major factor in the WNBA's surge in popularity this year, the Chicago Sky star said that her rookie salary doesn't cover her ...

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WNBA star Angel Reese says her salary doesn't cover her monthly ... (KPLC)

On Instagram this week ...

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Sky forward Angel Reese on WNBA salary: 'I don't even think that ... (Yahoo Sports)

Reese earned around $73000 for her rookie season under the current WNBA CBA, but has several big endorsements to supplement her income.

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Sky star Angel Reese says 'WNBA don't pay my bills' amid criticism ... (CBSSports.com)

The former LSU standout made a salary of $73,439 in her rookie WNBA season as a member of the Sky. When Reese entered the WNBA, she was fresh off of a $1.8 ...

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - Canada's Bridget Carleton made two free throws with 2 seconds left, and the Minnesota Lynx ...

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Lynx hold off Liberty to force decisive Game 5 in WNBA Finals (Los Angeles Times)

Bridget Carleton makes two free throws with two seconds left to lift the Minnesota Lynx to an 82-80 win over the New York Liberty in Game 5 of the WNBA ...

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Lynx outlast Liberty in latest WNBA Finals thriller, force decisive ... (NBC New York)

The Minnesota Lynx outlasted the New York Liberty in the latest thriller of the 2024 WNBA Finals, sending the series to a decisive Game 5.

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WNBA Finals: Liberty 80, Lynx 82 - Video - TSN (TSN)

Kayla McBride led the way for the Lynx in this one, netting a team-high 19 points, while Canadian Bridget Carleton picked up 12 points and four boards, ...

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WNBA finals: Minnesota hold off New York to force winner-take-all ... (The Guardian)

Bridget Carleton made two free throws with two seconds left and the Lynx forced a Game 5 of the WNBA finals, beating the Liberty 82-80 on Friday night.

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Winners and losers of WNBA Finals Game 4: Lynx and Liberty set for ... (USA TODAY)

The winners and losers of Game 4 of the WNBA Finals, which saw the Lynx force a decisive fifth game against the Liberty behind a total team effort.

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WNBA Finals reach decisive Game 5 for first time since 2019 as ... (Toronto Star)

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — It's fitting that a record-breaking season for the WNBA would come down to a winner-take-all Game 5 of its Finals.

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WNBA Finals reach decisive Game 5 for first time since 2019 as ... (KGET 17)

The Minnesota Lynx staved off elimination with an 82-80 win over the New York Liberty on Friday night to force the fifth game. “I think that, you know, for our ...

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WNBA Finals going the distance for first time since 2019 (Vernon Morning Star)

Game five between the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty takes place on Sunday, Oct. 20.

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How To Watch Game 5 of the 2024 WNBA Playoff Finals Minnesota ... (MinnesotaLynx.com)

What time does Lynx at Liberty start? Date: Sunday, October 20thTip Off: 7:00 PM CTWhere: Barclays Center What channel is Lynx at Liberty on?

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WNBA Finals going the distance for first time since 2019 (Pentiction Western News)

Game five between the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty takes place on Sunday, Oct. 20.

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WNBA Finals going the distance for first time since 2019 (Kelowna Capital News)

Game five between the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty takes place on Sunday, Oct. 20.

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WNBA Finals: Experienced Liberty squander numerous ... (Yahoo Sports)

New York couldn't find its groove or execute down the stretch and now faces a winner-take-all Game 5.

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Lynx force Game 5 of WNBA Finals on Carleton's free throws to beat ... (MinnesotaLynx.com)

By DOUG FEINBERG – AP Basketball Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) With their season on the line, the Minnesota Lynx did just enough to stave off elimination and ...

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