No team in WNBA history has ever come back from an 0-2 deficit in a best-of-five series. Chantel is joined by senior columnist Marcus Thompson II to break down the Aces and Liberty facing that exact challenge heading into Game 3. Can either team flip the script and keep its season alive?

They also dive into the Valkyries’ rise and Gabby Williams’ impact, asking whether Golden State is showing the WNBA a new way to win a championship—without relying on one superstar. Plus, how is Atlanta finding ways to win without leading scorer Allisha Gray?

Finally, we wrap things up with Annie catching up with internet sensation Coach Jackie about her new podcast, Is She Game?

REFERENCES:

Atlanta Dream take 2-0 semifinals lead against New York Liberty by Annie Costabile

The Liberty didn’t call a reset timeout late in OT. Now they’re in an 0-2 hole by Chantel Jennings

Breanna Stewart unhappy with officiating after Game 2 OT loss: ‘It’s pretty frustrating’ by Annie Costabile

Valkyries take Game 2 for 2-0 semifinals lead, can clinch first finals berth in Las Vegas by Sabreena Merchant

For relentless Natalie Nakase, rest was the recharge the Valkyries required by Brian Hamilton

Veronica Burton’s gutsy shot shows why Valkyries have defending champs on ropes by Marcus Thompson II

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