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The New York Liberty are on the ropes two games to none in the WNBA Finals against the powerful Tom Brady-owned Las Vegas Aces, with a net worth of $87.4 million. The Liberty finished with an excellent regular season record of 32-8, but they now find themselves on the verge of defeat.

After losing two games, they were back home again for the third game, and their need for a win was emphasized but equally the unending support from the die-hard fans who waited for them. It was electric and left many fans speechless. Loyal fans of the Liberty have indicated that the WNBA is thriving as seen by a challenge of the story of the unexciting home court.

Kevin Garnett Reacts to the Roaring Crowd

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In the midst of this electric atmosphere, a seemingly insignificant person stepped in to say that he liked the Liberty and the growing WNBA. NBA icon Kevin Garnett reacted to a fan?s tweet, where the fan had posted his appreciation for the progress of the WNBA and an enthusiastic crowd at the Liberty?s homecoming.

Fans and players agreed with Garnett?s reaction. This was an indication of growing support for the WNBA, which was now extending beyond its core audience to other key figures in the sports world. Fire emoji and all, it captured the essence of the Liberty?s triumphant return and the growth of the league.

The crowd at the Barclays Center might as well have been described as electrical. An electric energy filled the air, and the applause was almost deafening as the cheers, chants, and unrelenting applause swept through the arena.

Overflowing Support Ignites Liberty’s Ambition

For the New York Liberty, the third game was not so much about basketball as it was about their loyal fans. Such was Liberty?s success in the regular season, making them one of the dominant teams in the league. However, they were trailing 2-0 in the WNBA Finals against powerful opponents, the Las Vegas Aces. The Liberty had to come back in this critical Game 3, and everyone around them knew it.

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This was not only a basketball game but also a fiery expression of women?s sports. Passionate fans, who came from different backgrounds, had joined hands to express their affection for the club and the NBA. They were quite enthusiastic, making a sharp contrast to the idea that there is an average home ground support team.

In a world where the sport has the power to bring people together and bring about good change, the New York Liberty and its loyal fans have demonstrated that they are something not to be underestimated.

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This is a story not only about a basketball game but also about the victory of unity and the unquestionable growth of women?s basketball in the heart of New York City, disproving the prejudices that the team had a poor ‘home-court’ advantage. Liberty?s fans have demonstrated that their passion can be upsetting even when it comes to Finals when the team is behind.