The Liberty can finally call themselves WNBA champions.

The Liberty held off the Lynx, 67-62, for a thrilling overtime win in Game 5 of the WNBA Finals at Barclays Center on Sunday night to claim the first title in their 28-year franchise history. 

Jonquel Jones led the Liberty with 17 points while Napheesa Collier paced the Lynx with 22.

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<figcaption>Breanna Stewart #30 and Jonquel Jones #35 of the Liberty high five during the game against the Minnesota Lynx during Game 5 of the WNBA Finals on October 20, 2024. <span class="credit">NBAE via Getty Images</span></figcaption>

Breanna Stewart, who made two free throws late in regulation to send the game to OT, scored 13 points and Sabrina Ionescu had just five during a brutal shooting night. 

The Liberty can finally call themselves WNBA champions.{ai:summary}<p>The Liberty won their first WNBA championship by defeating the Lynx 67-62 in overtime during Game 5 of the Finals. Jonquel Jones led the team with 17 points, while Napheesa Collier scored 22 for the Lynx.</p><p>Breanna Stewart contributed crucial free throws to force overtime, finishing with 13 points. #sports</p>

Liberty claim thrilling first WNBA championship with gritty OT win over Lynx

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