The Liberty did it first. Plus: Olivia Miles and A'ja Wilson trade blows

The Liberty reached the Commissioner's Cup final with an 86-64 win over the Washington Mystics on Sunday, sealing a spot in the WNBA’s in-season championship game set for June 30. New York trimmed the Mystics and extended their momentum from last season’s title, with Jonquel Jones posting 20 points, three steals and two blocks. Satou Sabally is beginning to deliver consistent production off the bench as a marquee offseason addition, helping offset a busy rotation. The victory keeps the Liberty on track to mirror the Knicks’ recent citywide championship run, though the opponent will be determined in coming days. The postgame scene reflected New York’s collective championship fever as Sabally’s role grows and the countdown to the final continues.