Angel Reese poured in 23 points as the Atlanta Dream edged the New York Liberty 101‑98 in overtime on Wednesday night, securing a 2‑0 lead in the WNBA semifinal series, according to ESPN. The Dream’s victory hinged on a clutch play from Naz Hillmon, who hit the go‑ahead layup with 20.8 seconds remaining in the extra period, sending Atlanta into a three‑point advantage that the Liberty could not overcome.

The game was a tightly contested affair that remained tied through regulation, forcing the teams into an additional 10‑minute period. Reese’s scoring burst and Hillmon’s late heroics proved decisive, as the Dream managed to hold onto a slim margin while the Liberty struggled to find a comeback plan in the final seconds.

With this win, the Dream now sit atop the series, needing only one more victory to advance to the WNBA Finals. The Liberty, meanwhile, must rally to win the next two games to stay alive in the postseason. The series follows a best‑of‑three format, making each matchup critical for both franchises as they vie for a championship berth.

Looking ahead, the Dream will look to maintain momentum in Game 3, while the Liberty will be focused on regrouping and attempting to reverse the series deficit. The outcome of the next game will determine whether Atlanta can close out the series or if New York will mount a dramatic comeback.