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Rose BC and Vinyl Set for Unrivaled Championship After Semifinal Upsets

Chelsea Gray's record-breaking performance and Dearica Hamby's clutch game-winner propel their teams to the league's inaugural title game.

  • Chelsea Gray scored an Unrivaled-record 39 points, including a decisive three-pointer, to lead Rose BC past the Laces in the semifinals despite missing key teammates Angel Reese and Kahleah Copper due to injuries.
  • Dearica Hamby secured the Vinyl's upset over the top-seeded Lunar Owls with a left-handed game-winning layup, eliminating the team that had lost only one game all season.
  • Napheesa Collier of the Lunar Owls was named the league's first-ever MVP before the semifinals but could not prevent her team's unexpected loss despite scoring 36 points.
  • Angel Reese, sidelined with a hand injury, voiced strong support for Chelsea Gray as the rightful MVP in a tweet, further intensifying her rivalry with Collier.
  • The championship game between Rose BC and the Vinyl is set for Monday night, with Rose BC entering as favorites after a strong season turnaround and playoff performance.
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