Double-double performance by Tina Charles propels New York Liberty to victory in overtime extra time.
The New York Liberty are riding high after securing their fifth win in a row, this time against the Chicago Sky in a thrilling double-overtime game. The victory, achieved on Wednesday afternoon in Atlanta, propels the Liberty to the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference.
In the game, Tina Charles recorded her ninth double-double of the season, scoring 23 points and dishing out 10 assists. Charles came close to achieving a triple-double, with 9 rebounds, but just missed the mark.
Six players from the Liberty scored in double figures, with Shavonte Zellous and Swin Cash both recording season-highs of 13 points and 14 points respectively. Natasha Cloud scored the most points for the Liberty in the game, with her impressive performance in the double-overtime victory over the Atlanta Dream on Thursday evening.
The upcoming game between the New York Liberty and Chicago Sky will take place on a Friday night at the iconic Madison Square Garden. The Sky, who have lost more games than they have won (7 losses compared to 6 wins), will be looking to turn the tables on the high-flying Liberty.
The Chicago Sky will be hoping to put up a better fight than they did in the last game, where the Liberty dominated from the start. However, the Sky will be buoyed by the fact that they have shown they can compete with the best, having pushed the Liberty close in their previous meeting.
The New York Liberty will be aiming to continue their impressive form and extend their winning streak to six games. With the home crowd behind them, the Liberty will be confident of securing another victory and maintaining their position at the top of the Eastern Conference.
Fans of the Liberty and the Sky are in for a treat as they prepare for a Friday night showdown at Madison Square Garden. The game promises to be an exciting affair, with both teams eager to prove their mettle. Don't miss out on the action as the New York Liberty take on the Chicago Sky in what promises to be an unforgettable game.
