The End Of An Iconic Career

09/07/2022 The End Of An Iconic Career

By: Matthew Cahill

Sue Bird’s Last Dance Comes to an end, Aces Eliminate Storm

Two decades, five gold medals, four championships, and thirteen all-star appearances later, Sue Bird’s time on the basketball court has officially come to an end, as the Aces Defeated the Storm (97-92) to advance to the Finals. Breanna Stewart did all that she could to keep Seattle afloat, pouring in 42 points, and tying the WNBA playoff record. However, it was Chelsea Gray (31 points, 10 assists) once again coming through when her team needed her most, burying two contested jumpers in the closing moments to close out the series for Vegas. It marks the end of one of the greatest and most influential careers in WNBA history, as Sue Bird helped make the league what it is today over the course of the last 21 years.

 

Watch: Sue Bird’s Final Interview of her WNBA Career

Watch: Chelsea Gray 31 Points Highlights vs. Storm 

 

Sun Make a Statement, Force Game 5

With their backs against the wall, Connecticut responded in a big way while facing elimination, blowing out the defending champs by 24 points (104-80) to force a winner-take-all game 5. A balanced attack from the opening tip, the Sun took control early and never looked back, as their hot shooting throughout helped answer every run from Chicago and help lead them to victory.

 

Additional Storylines

Seattle Times: ‘Thank you, Sue’ Crowd Chants as Sue Bird’s Career Comes to end After Storm Eliminated by Aces

Yahoo!: Hot Offense Leads Sun Over Sky, 104-80, to Force Deciding Game 5 in Semifinals

 

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