Sabrina Ionescu made a stunning last-second shot during Game 3 of the WNBA Finals, bringing back memories for fans of the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty.
Historic Shot in WNBA Finals
Ionescu’s incredible three-pointer from near the logo not only secured an 80-77 victory for the Liberty but also pushed them one step closer to their first championship. This moment has now become a significant part of WNBA history.
ONE OF THE BIGGEST SHOTS IN LIBERTY FINALS HISTORY FROM SABRINA IONESCU 😱🔥
The Liberty takes Game 3! #WNBAFinals presented by @YouTubeTV
— WNBA (@WNBA)
Record-Breaking Moments
According to the Association’s X account, her shot is now recorded as the second-longest go-ahead field goal in the final moments of a WNBA Finals game. The longest was by Teresa Weatherspoon in 1999, who made an unbelievable shot from beyond midcourt, also for New York against Houston.
Interestingly enough, all five longest shots in finals history involve either the Liberty or Lynx teams.
Top 5 List all include the Minnesota Lynx and/or New York Liberty
09/04/1999 NY @ HOU Teresa Weatherspoon
10/16/2024 NY @ MIN Sabrina Ionescu
10/09/2015 MIN @ IND Maya Moore
08/31/2002 LA vs NY Nikki Teasley
10/09/2016 LA @ MIN Alana Beard— WNBA (@WNBA)
Memorable Buzzer-Beaters
Back in 2015, Maya Moore delivered a magical buzzer-beater for Minnesota against Indiana, leading her team to victory and eventually winning the championship. Fans still remember that thrilling moment!
In 2002, rookie Nikki Teasley became an unexpected hero when she hit a game-winning three-pointer for Los Angeles Sparks against Liberty. Despite it being her only successful three-point attempt out of five tries that game, it clinched their title win.
Unforgettable Wins
Exactly one year after Moore’s memorable shot brought joy to Minnesota fans in 2015, Alana Beard shone brightly for Los Angeles Sparks. Her clutch corner shot gave them a narrow win over Lynx and helped secure another championship title.
