Dream build lead over Mystics in Game 1
Atlanta held an advantage over Washington as ESPN tracked the matchup in a live blog.
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The Atlanta Dream built a lead over the Washington Mystics during Game 1 of their series, according to an ESPN live blog tracking the matchup as it unfolded.
ESPN provided real-time coverage of the game, following the action between the two WNBA teams as it developed. Live in-game blogs of this kind are used by the network to give fans a running account of key moments without waiting for a full post-game recap.
Further details on the final score and standout performances from Game 1 were expected to follow as the contest progressed.
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