Lynx hold off Sky, Angel Reese 79-74 to bounce back from a defeat.
Courtney Williams scored 22 points to help the Lynx beat visiting Chicago, which got 17 points and 19 rebounds from Angel Reese. The Sky rookie broke the WNBA single-season rebounding record.
After the Lynx had finally beaten the Chicago Sky 79-74 on Sunday at Target Center, after she had essentially pulled her team across the finish line, Courtney Williams was asked about her play down the stretch.
“I mean, they was going under every screen,” Williams said. “They going to give me the shot, I’m going to take it.”
She makes it sound so simple.
With the score tied and just under 8 minutes left, Williams hit back-to-back jumpers. Her specialty — both midrange. The first from 21 feet, the second from 18. In the final 7:23, Williams shot 5-for-6 from the floor, scoring 10 points in her team’s 17-12 run to finish the game. She made 11 of 16 shots overall, the most makes and her highest shooting percentage (68.8%) of the season.
The rest of the Lynx shot 38%.
“It was great,” Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve said. “Just putting her in simple action, just simplified it. Let her play-make. … And then Court kind of taking command of things.”
The Lynx (24-9) bounced back from Friday’s one-sided loss at Dallas. The Sky (11-21) lost their sixth game in a row and for the 10th time in 13 games.
But not without a fight. The Lynx were without center Alanna Smith, who hurt her left ankle Friday. That left the Lynx shorthanded in the post against the WNBA’s best rebounding team.
In a thrilling match-up, the Lynx managed to hold off the Sky with a 79-74 victory, bouncing back from a recent defeat with an impressive performance. Courtney Williams led the charge for the Lynx, putting up 22 points and showcasing her scoring prowess. On the other side, Angel Reese of the Sky put up a valiant effort with 17 points and an impressive 19 rebounds, setting a new WNBA single-season rebounding record.Williams’ clutch plays down the stretch proved to be the difference-maker in the game. With the score tied and just under 8 minutes remaining, she knocked down consecutive jumpers from midrange, showcasing her shooting accuracy and ability to come through in pressure situations. Her shooting display in the final minutes was nothing short of spectacular, as she shot an impressive 5-for-6 from the floor and scored 10 crucial points to help secure the win for the Lynx.Coach Cheryl Reeve praised Williams’ performance, highlighting her ability to simplify the game and take command when needed. Despite missing key player Alanna Smith due to injury, the Lynx managed to overcome the odds and outplay the Sky, showcasing their resilience and determination to bounce back from adversity.The victory marked an important rebound for the Lynx after a tough loss to Dallas, solidifying their strong position heading into the postseason. On the other hand, the Sky continued to struggle, suffering their sixth consecutive loss and facing challenges as they look to finish the season on a positive note.As the WNBA season heats up, fans can expect more exciting matchups and standout performances from top players like Courtney Williams and Angel Reese. Stay tuned for more updates and comprehensive coverage of all the latest WNBA action. Follow us for more insights and analysis to stay informed about the dynamic world of women’s basketball.
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Source: New York Post
