Atlanta wins Game 3 to take WNBA Finals lead
Atlanta defeated Golden State 97–71 on Wednesday to move ahead 2–1 in the WNBA Finals. Angel Reese finished with 21 points and 12 rebounds.
Rhyne Howard contributed 16 points and Naz Hillmon added 15. After the teams were tied at 49 in the third quarter, Atlanta scored eight unanswered points and later closed the period on a 12–2 run. Golden State was led by Gabby Williams with 15 points. Atlanta hosts Game 4 on Saturday at State Farm Arena.
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