Spike Lee and Kelsey Plum (Photo via ESPN)

The New York Liberty claimed victory over Kelsey Plum’s Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the WNBA playoffs, winning 87-77 at the Barclays Center on Sunday. This win gives the Liberty a 1-0 lead in the series.

One notable moment of the game came when renowned filmmaker Spike Lee, a passionate Aces supporter, was spotted on the sidelines. Plum and Lee had a brief exchange, which was caught on camera.

Kelsey Plum and Spike Lee jawing 😂😭 pic.twitter.com/bia3ebWjzg

— Women’s Hoops Network (@WomensHoops_USA) September 29, 2024

It’s not New York playoff basketball until Spike Lee starts trash talking an opposing player

Today it is Kelsey Plum 😭 pic.twitter.com/Xuim4UvfDm

— Tyler DeLuca (@TylerDeLuca) September 29, 2024

While it’s unclear what was said, fans speculated that Lee may have been offering words of encouragement or engaging in some light-hearted trash talk. Despite the support from the famous director, Plum and the Aces couldn’t pull off the win. With Game 1 in the books, the Liberty are now in control of the series.

Breanna Stewart dominated the game, scoring 34 points, grabbing five rebounds, and dishing out four assists. Her efficient 12-of-19 from-the-floor shooting made a significant impact on helping Liberty secure the win.

Kelsey Plum led the Aces with 24 points, shooting 9-of-17. But it wasn’t enough to overcome New York’s strong performance. Plum, who recently garnered attention for her rude interview, gave her all in the game, but they fell short in the end.

Kelsey Plum Opens Up About Sideline Exchange with Spike Lee After Game 1 Loss

The moment between Kelsey Plum and Spike Lee sparked curiosity among fans. During a post-game press conference, Kelsey Plum addressed her sideline exchange with the film director.

“I can’t say exactly what was said, but I told him told that he should talk louder. But it was all well and fun, and it’s really cool that he’s here. Even last round, it was really cool that he was here,” Plum said.

“I know he’s a big sports fan, so it says a lot that he’s in the building and that he respects the game. So, I was just having fun,” she added.

Aces vs. Liberty’s Game 2 will be held on Tuesday. Fans are eager to see if the filmmaker will once again be in attendance, rooting for the Aces as they look to even the series.

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