Caitlin, your shots weren’t falling early, but you managed to impact the game in other ways. How did you keep your teammates motivated when your shots weren’t going in?
Caitlin: “I honestly thought I played a really good game. Some nights the shots are going to fall, and some nights they won’t. I stayed in it, found my open teammates, rebounded well, was active on defense, and made some big shots when we needed them. I’m proud of myself and my team for stepping up and making big plays tonight.”
Aliyah, you were down 11 at halftime and mentioned it would take a collective effort both defensively and offensively. What contributions did you get from Tamy and Kelsey in the second half?
Aliyah: “What didn’t we get? Tamy was great defensively, knocking down threes, and being a strong presence. Kelsey, as always, made big shots for us throughout the entire second half.”
For both of you, a lot was made of this matchup and the young talent on display. What does this say about the future of the league?
Aliyah: “The league is in a great place. How about this crowd and this environment? It was absolutely incredible for women’s basketball. We’re so lucky to play in such an amazing atmosphere. Shout out to all the fans who came out tonight, whether you’re a Sparks fan, a Fever fan, or just a fan in general. They made this atmosphere what it was.”
