(lynx vs liberty) tell me why is this trending now

“Lynx vs. Liberty” is trending due to a major playoff upset in the WNBA.

The New York Liberty (seeded No. 8) eliminated and swept the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx in their first-round playoff series with an 87–71 victory in Game 2. The matchup is drawing significant online attention because:

• A No. 8 seed sweeping a No. 1 regular-season champion in the opening round is a massive, historic postseason upset.

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• New York controlled the series behind standout performances from stars Breanna Stewart and Jonquel Jones.

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• The high-stakes finish sent the Liberty into the semifinals while abruptly ending the championship campaign of the league-leading Lynx.

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