NEW YORK (Interstat) — The Portland Fire overcame an eight-point deficit entering the fourth quarter to defeat the New York Liberty 81-74 on Monday night at Barclays Center before 13,881 fans.

Portland erupted for 32 points in the final period while holding New York to 17, completing a comeback that improved its record to 4-3. The Liberty fell to 3-4.

Carla Leite led Portland with 18 points, including a late three-pointer. Megan Gustafson added 11 points, and Teja Oblak scored 10 with four assists. Emily Engstler contributed eight points, five rebounds and four blocks.

Breanna Stewart led all scorers with 25 points for New York, along with seven rebounds. Marine Johannes scored 17 points and dished six assists. Jonquel Jones recorded a double-double with 12 points and 11 rebounds, adding four assists and four blocks.

Portland trailed 57-49 after three quarters but outscored the Liberty 32-17 in the final 10 minutes. The Fire shot efficiently from the floor and free-throw line in the decisive quarter, while New York struggled to maintain its earlier offensive rhythm.