Fecha: 4 de Octubre de 2025
Denver, CO – The Denver Dash suffered a devastating 68-64 loss to the Seattle Sirens on Saturday night, a defeat that all but extinguished their playoff aspirations. The turning point, and arguably the game’s defining moment, came in the final minute with a clutch defensive play from Sirens guard Simone Charley, who expertly knotted the score with a pivotal steal and subsequent fast-break layup.
Entering the fourth quarter, the Dash, led by veteran forward Marcus “The Hammer” Hamilton, held a comfortable seven-point lead, 55-48. Hamilton’s consistent scoring and strong rebounding kept the Sirens at bay, fueling optimism for a potential deep playoff run. However, the Sirens, known for their relentless pressure and defensive schemes, mounted a furious comeback, spearheaded by rising star Maya Rodriguez.
Rodriguez, who finished with a game-high 28 points, orchestrated the comeback with precision passing and aggressive drives to the basket. Her ability to draw fouls and consistently find open teammates proved to be the key to unlocking the Dash’s defense.
“We knew we had to adjust,” admitted Dash coach David Miller after the game. “They were attacking us in transition, and we just couldn’t contain Rodriguez. We let them get easy looks, and it cost us the game.”
Charley’s game-changing steal, with just 1:30 left on the clock, instantly shifted momentum. She intercepted a pass intended for Hamilton and, with a quick burst of speed, evaded a defender and calmly laid the ball in, tying the score at 64.
“It was a read, a hustle play,” Charley explained post-game. “I saw Hamilton trying to make a play, and I just went after it. It’s moments like these that matter.”
The Dash’s final possession resulted in a missed three-pointer attempt by guard Ben Carter, sealing their fate.
With just two games remaining in the regular season, the Dash’s chances of securing a playoff berth are slim. Their defeat leaves a bitter taste for fans who had dared to dream of a postseason run.
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Fuente:
https://deadspin.com/prides-simone-charley-knots-game-late-damaging-dashs-playoff-hopes/