Spike Lee and Kelsey Plum (Photo via ESPN)
The New York Liberty claimed victory over Kelsey Plum’s Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs, winning 87-77 at the Barclays Center on Sunday. This win gives the Liberty a 1-0 lead in the series.
One notable moment of the game came when renowned filmmaker Spike Lee, a passionate Aces supporter, was spotted on the sidelines. Plum and Lee had a brief exchange, which was caught on camera.
While it’s unclear what was said, fans speculated that Lee may have been offering words of encouragement or engaging in some light-hearted trash talk. Despite the support from the famous director, Plum and the Aces couldn’t pull off the win. With Game 1 in the books, the Liberty are now in control of the series.
Breanna Stewart dominated the game, scoring 34 points, grabbing five rebounds, and dishing out four assists. Her efficient 12-of-19 from-the-floor shooting made a significant impact on helping Liberty secure the win.
Kelsey Plum led the Aces with 24 points, shooting 9-of-17. But it wasn’t enough to overcome New York’s strong performance. Plum, who recently garnered attention for her rude interview, gave her all in the game, but they fell short in the end.
Kelsey Plum Opens Up About Sideline Exchange with Spike Lee After Game 1 Loss
The moment between Kelsey Plum and Spike Lee sparked curiosity among fans. During a post-game press conference, Kelsey Plum addressed her sideline exchange with the film director.
“I can’t say exactly what was said, but I told him told that he should talk louder. But it was all well and fun, and it’s really cool that he’s here. Even last round, it was really cool that he was here,” Plum said.
“I know he’s a big sports fan, so it says a lot that he’s in the building and that he respects the game. So, I was just having fun,” she added.
Aces vs. Liberty’s Game 2 will be held on Tuesday. Fans are eager to see if the filmmaker will once again be in attendance, rooting for the Aces as they look to even the series.
Everyone Is Praying For Baker Mayfield And His Wife After The Couple Was Forced From Their Home In Tampa Bay
Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily (Photo via emilywmayfield/IG)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield and his wife Emily have had to evacuate their home this week because of Hurricane Helene.
The hurricane hit northern Florida pretty hard, causing major flooding and power loss.
Mayfield, his wife Emily, their daughter, and their dog left their residence before the storm hit as a means of caution. Emily furnished her followers with an update on Friday.
“Baker, Koko, Fergus and I evacuated yesterday and are safe,” she said via Instagram. “Our sweet, sweet community got pummeled, but even that doesn’t compare to the people up North who took this storm head on. It’s unfathomable.”
Emily is grateful that Helene did not affect the Mayfield home but revealed she was “praying nonstop” for the people dealing with the impact while also offering tangible assistance.
“I am looking for ways to get out and tangibly help,” she added. “Please send me anything you find, and I will share the good ones.”
