New York looked focused and ready from the start ("We've waited for this moment all year," said Pat Coyle). A strong first quarter along with a deep and balanced team attack were enough for the Liberty to down the Sun 72-63.

With the exception of too many turnovers, the Liberty were successful with their game plan. Shameka Christon had a game high 19 points and was 4-5 from behind the arc. Cathrine Kraayeveld had a double double and Janel McCarville was solid in her first extended action since hurting her back.

For the Sun, it was their slow start that their coach and players are most disappointed with. They did make a run in the third quarter, but the Liberty had an answer. ”There are corrections we need to make,” Tamika Whitmore said. “Our coaches know what they are and we know what they are. Other than that, we have to sweep it under the rug and move on to the next game.” The Day's Mike DiMauro has his take on the Sun and the game, as does Jeff Jacobs of the Courant.

And in case you missed it, WNBA.com's Adam Hirshfield blogged live from the game.