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Liberty survive OT classic vs. Lynx to win first WNBA title

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NEW YORK -- The franchise that won the first game in WNBA history finally has won the last game of the season.

Nearly 30 years since playing for league's inaugural championship and after several near misses, the New York Liberty are WNBA champions following a 67-62 overtime victory Sunday over the Minnesota Lynx.

Breanna Stewart sealed the win with two free throws with 10.1 seconds left in the extra period. After Leonie Fiebich stole a pass, the Liberty dribbled out the clock on a victory that was as hard-fought and dramatic as any in a Game 5 of the WNBA Finals.