Liberty survive Game 1 OT thriller, but Breanna Stewart injury and sloppy play put title defense in question

The New York Liberty managed to survive a thrilling overtime battle against the Seattle Storm in Game 1 of their WNBA playoff series. However, the victory came at a cost, as star player Breanna Stewart suffered an injury that put the Liberty's title defense in jeopardy. Despite their regular-season struggles with ball control, the Liberty managed to push the game into overtime. However, their sloppy play continued, with turnovers and unforced errors plaguing their performance. The extent of Stewart's injury is still unclear, but any significant absence could severely impact the Liberty's chances of defending their championship. The game was a nail-biter, with both teams battling hard throughout regulation and into the extra period. The Liberty's ability to grind out the win in such a close contest showed their resilience, but the concerns surrounding Stewart's health and their overall decision-making will need to be addressed if they hope to make a deep playoff run.