WNBA Finals Dream Vs Valkyries
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The Valkyries scored just nine points, and Atlanta took a 56–51 lead into the fourth.
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Gabby Williams scored a game-high 26 points, including four key free throws in the final 78 seconds as the Golden State Valkyries held off the Atlanta Dream 68-64 in game one of the WNBA Finals.
The Valkyries, who last year became the first WNBA expansion franchise to reach the playoffs in their inaugural season, are now contending for the title in their second.
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In Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, Angel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 in San Francisco to tie the series at one game each. Rhyne Howard set a Finals record with six steals, while Allisha Gray added 18 points and Jordin Canada contributed a double-double. The Dream’s improved performance came after Reese vowed to be more aggressive and…
Angel Reese has 30 points, 16 rebounds as Dream beat Valkyries 79-65 to even WNBA Finals at 1-1 →7 articles from Toronto Star on this storyAngel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 in game two of the WNBA Finals on Monday night, tying the series at one win apiece. The Dream's strong defensive performance led to 24 points off Valkyries' turnovers, setting up an upcoming Game 3 in Atlanta.
Angel Reese scores 30 as Dream stun Valkyries to go level in WNBA Finals →2 articles from Al Jazeera on this storyIn Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68–64 at Chase Center in San Francisco. Gabby Williams scored 26 points, including six crucial free throws in the final two minutes and fifteen seconds as Golden State closed on a 7–0 run to secure victory after trailing earlier in the fourth quarter. Veronica Burton's defense was pivotal with five blocks, particularly late in the…
Gabby Williams delivers late as Valkyries shut down Angel Reese, Dream to win WNBA Finals opener →WNBA Finals Game 1 saw Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream criticize her team’s performance against the Valkyries' defense, claiming they did not do anything to hinder her. Despite posting strong numbers overall with 14 points and 12 rebounds, Reese struggled in the second half, going scoreless on three shots while committing five fouls and turning over the ball three times. The Valkyries capitalized on this defensive…
Angel Reese doesn’t give props to Valkyries defense after WNBA Finals Game 1 showdown →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.
Aussie Opal's block fires Dream to WNBA finals win →Analysis
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- 17 Oct
The Valkyries host Game 1 on Saturday with their raucous “Ballhalla” home crowd to back them on the biggest stage this second-year franchise has reached.
- 18 Oct
The Valkyries scored just nine points, and Atlanta took a 56–51 lead into the fourth.
- 20 Oct
Reese became the third player with at least 30 points and 15 rebounds in a Finals game, joining Jonquel Jones of Connecticut in 2019 and Breanna Stewart of Seattle in 2020.
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20 Oct Aussie Opal's block fires Dream to WNBA finals winAustralian 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.ABC News (AU)
20 Oct Angel Reese has 30 points, 16 rebounds as Dream beat Valkyries 79-65 to even WNBA Finals at 1-1In Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, Angel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 in San Francisco to tie the series at one game each. Rhyne Howard set a Finals record with six steals, while Allisha Gray added 18 points and Jordin Canada contributed a double-double. The Dream’s improved performance came after Reese vowed to be more aggressive and…Toronto Star
20 Oct Angel Reese scores 30 as Dream stun Valkyries to go level in WNBA FinalsAngel Reese scored 30 points and grabbed 16 rebounds as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 in game two of the WNBA Finals on Monday night, tying the series at one win apiece. The Dream's strong defensive performance led to 24 points off Valkyries' turnovers, setting up an upcoming Game 3 in Atlanta.Al Jazeera
18 Oct Valkyries star Gabby Williams counts possessions, keeps track of everything to lead late in gamesGabby Williams, star guard for the Golden State Valkyries, uses mental math to track possessions and game progress during critical moments in games. This strategy helped her score 26 points, including 16 in the second quarter, leading the Valkyries to a 68-64 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday. Despite shooting struggles overall, Williams' late-game performance and counting…Toronto Star
18 Oct WNBA Finals: Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to nervy Game 1 win over DreamGabby Williams led the Golden State Valkyries to a tense 68-64 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals with her game-high 26 points, crucially including four free throws in the final minute. Despite struggling early, Williams erupted for 16 points in the second quarter and sealed the win late. The Valkyries' defensive prowess was highlighted as they outlasted a tough Dream team whose star players…Al Jazeera
18 Oct Valkyries won all season long with their swarming defense, hold down Dream to win WNBA Finals Game 1In Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries secured a 68-64 victory over the Atlanta Dream with their relentless defensive strategy. The Valkyries blocked numerous shots and limited Atlanta’s star players like Angel Reese and Allisha Gray to poor shooting performances in crucial moments. Key contributions came from Kiah Stokes, who had seven rebounds and four blocks, and Laeticia Amihere, who provided…Toronto Star
18 Oct Angel Reese doesn’t give props to Valkyries defense after WNBA Finals Game 1 showdownWNBA Finals Game 1 saw Angel Reese of the Atlanta Dream criticize her team’s performance against the Valkyries' defense, claiming they did not do anything to hinder her. Despite posting strong numbers overall with 14 points and 12 rebounds, Reese struggled in the second half, going scoreless on three shots while committing five fouls and turning over the ball three times. The Valkyries capitalized on this defensive…New York Post
18 Oct Gabby Williams delivers late as Valkyries shut down Angel Reese, Dream to win WNBA Finals openerIn Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68–64 at Chase Center in San Francisco. Gabby Williams scored 26 points, including six crucial free throws in the final two minutes and fifteen seconds as Golden State closed on a 7–0 run to secure victory after trailing earlier in the fourth quarter. Veronica Burton's defense was pivotal with five blocks, particularly late in the…Fox News
17 Oct Allisha Gray returns with 19 points, but the Dream fade late in a 68-64 Game 1 lossAllisha Gray returned to action for the Atlanta Dream with 19 points after missing two games due to an injured finger, but her team still lost 68-64 to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday. Despite scoring early and showing no signs of injury initially, Gray struggled in the fourth quarter, going scoreless with a missed potential game-winning three-pointer late in the game. Her overall…Toronto Star
17 Oct Dream forward Allisha Gray expected to play in Game 1 of WNBA Finals against ValkyriesAtlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko is hopeful that forward Allisha Gray will recover from a finger injury in time to play in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries on Saturday. Gray, who leads the team in scoring with an average of 19 points per game and is their top outside shooter, participated in light practice Friday after missing two games due to her injury. The article focuses on the…Toronto Star
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17 Oct A first-time WNBA champion awaits as the Valkyries and Dream open the FinalsThe WNBA Finals will feature the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream starting Saturday, with both teams aiming for their first championship titles. The Valkyries, an expansion team in just their second year, seek to break records as the fastest new franchise to win a title. Meanwhile, the Dream are making their return to the Finals after 2013 without a victory yet. NBC and USA Sports will air the games…Toronto Star
17 Oct Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are top defensive teams in WNBA, now facing off in finalsGolden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream, both known for their strong defensive strategies, will face off in the WNBA Finals starting Saturday. The series features top players like Kayla Thornton of Golden State and Angel Reese of Atlanta, who are noted for their steal capabilities. This matchup marks the fastest expansion team achievement to reach the finals, with Golden State advancing in just two seasons compared…Toronto Star
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