Aussie Opal's block fires Dream to WNBA finals win

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Aussie Opal's block fires Dream to WNBA finals win. (2026, October 20). ABC News (AU). https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-10-20/izzy-borlase-angel-reese-atlanta-dream-wnba-finals/107289118

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Australian rookie Izzy Borlase helped the Atlanta Dream tie the WNBA Finals series against the Golden State Valkyries at 1–1 with a decisive win of 79-65. Although Borlase only scored two points, she made a critical defensive play that halted Golden State's momentum at halftime. The next game in the series is scheduled for Thursday morning AEDT.

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WNBA Finals Summary

Game 1: Golden State Valkyries won 68-64, earning their first Finals win in franchise history. Both teams left the court during the national anthem.
Game 2: Atlanta Dream stunned the Valkyries with a 79-65 victory, thanks to Angel Reese's 30 points and 16 rebounds. The series is now tied at 1-1.

Key Points

Angel Reese: Scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds in Game 2.
Rhyne Howard: Set a Finals record with six steals.
Allisha Gray: Added 18 points for the Dream.
Jordin Canada: Contributed 13 points, 10 assists, and seven rebounds.

Upcoming Games

Game 3 is scheduled for Wednesday in Atlanta at State Farm Arena.

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“Both articles describe the same WNBA Finals game between Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries on October 20, 2026, where Atlanta won to level the series at 1-1.”

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Aussie Opal's block fires Dream to WNBA finals win

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