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Golden State Valkyries Win First WNBA Title

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Gabby Williams scored her team's final 11 points of the third quarter and dazzled through the fourth on the way to 30 points, and the Golden State Valkyries captured a championship in just their second season by beating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a sensational first WNBA Finals Game 7 Saturday night in San Francisco.

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Instead, the Dream claimed the defensive advantage and took commanding leads of 32-15 after the first quarter and 46-26 at halftime.

3 of 10 outletsfirst reported 29 Octwording from NBC News

Rhyne Howard's layup tied it at 57 with 2:41 left only for Williams to answer once more by making a clutch three-pointer.

3 of 10 outletsfirst reported 1 Novwording from CBC

Atlanta made six of eight 3-pointers in the first quarter and took a 32-15 lead into the second.

4 of 10 outletsfirst reported 29 Octwording from Al Jazeera

Allisha Gray scored 23 points and Rhyne Howard added 21, combining to make nine of their 13 three-point attempts.

3 of 10 outletsfirst reported 29 Octwording from Fox News

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New York Post1 Nov

Gabby Williams, guard for the Valkyries, scored 30 points in the decisive Game 7 of the WNBA Finals against the Atlanta Dream, contributing significantly to her team’s victory which came after only one season since relocation. Her 27-point second half set a new postseason record. In response to critics who doubted the team's ability due to perceived lack of star players, Williams celebrated the team’s success with…

Gabby Williams fires back at Valkyries doubters with ‘no stars’ jab after WNBA title →8 articles from New York Post on this story
Toronto Star1 Nov

Angel Reese set a WNBA Finals record with 90 rebounds but it wasn't enough as Atlanta Dream lost to Golden State 68-63 in Game 7 on Saturday night, ending their season short of a championship. Despite her stellar performance—eight points, 12 rebounds and two blocks in the decisive game—Reese's scoring drought after hitting an early three-pointer contributed to Atlanta’s defeat. Gabby Williams led Golden State with…

Angel Reese’s record Finals rebounding not enough as Dream fall 68-63 in Game 7 →5 articles from Toronto Star on this story
Fox News1 Nov

In the decisive Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 to secure their first championship title on Saturday night. Despite leading the series 2-1, Angel Reese struggled in the latter stages, scoring just one point and committing four turnovers in the final quarter. Conversely, Gabby Williams from Golden State shined with a game-high 30 points and was named Finals MVP…

Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream fall short in Game 7 as Golden State Valkyries win first WNBA championship →4 articles from Fox News on this story
NBC News1 Nov

The Golden State Valkyries won their first Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) title by defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a decisive Game 7 on Saturday. This historic victory marks the franchise's rapid rise, having joined the league just two seasons ago and winning despite facing double-digit losses earlier in the series. Coach Natalie Nakase strategically shortened her rotation to help secure the…

Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream for franchise’s first WNBA title →2 articles from NBC News on this story
ABC News (AU)1 Nov

In the decisive seventh game of the WNBA Finals on Saturday (Sunday AEDT), Opal Miela Sowah’s Golden State Valkyries defeated Izzy Borlase's Atlanta Dream 68-63, securing a championship victory for Sowah and her team. While Sowah cheered from the sidelines due to her player development status, ex-Bendigo Spirit star Veronica Burton contributed significantly with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. Meanwhile…

Agony and ecstasy for Australian duo in WNBA Finals game seven →2 articles from ABC News (AU) on this story
Al Jazeera1 Nov

Gabby Williams led the Golden State Valkyries to their first WNBA championship by scoring 30 points, including 28 in the second half, against the Atlanta Dream. The game was played on Saturday at Chase Center in San Francisco and ended with a score of 68-63. Owner Joe Lacob and coach Natalie Nakase credited the sold-out crowd of 18,064 for driving their historic victory.

Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream to capture first WNBA crown →2 articles from Al Jazeera on this story
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The Guardian29 Oct

In the WNBA finals, the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 on Thursday, forcing a decisive seventh game. The Dream shot an impressive 73.3% from the floor in the first quarter and led by as much as 25 points at halftime. Key players for Atlanta included Allisha Gray with 23 points and five three-pointers, while Rhyne Howard added 21 points. Despite strong efforts by Gabby Williams who scored 26…

Dream serve up lunchtime rout of Valkyries to force historic WNBA finals Game 7 →
CBS News1 Nov

The Golden State Valkyries won their first WNBA championship in franchise history on Saturday, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the finals. Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with a game-high 30 points, while Angel Reese of the Dream struggled, scoring only 8 points. This marks the first time a team won a WNBA title in a Game 7, and it caps off a record-breaking season for the league in terms of…

Golden State wins first WNBA title in franchise history →
CBC1 Nov

Gabby Williams scored 30 points, including the final 11 of the third quarter and crucial plays in the fourth, as the Golden State Valkyries won their first WNBA title with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 on Saturday night. The Valkyries clinched the championship in just their second season, while the Dream lost in their fourth Finals appearance. Williams' clutch three-pointer and free throws secured…

Valkyries defeat Dream in historic Game 7 to capture 1st WNBA title in 2nd season →

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WNBA bailed out of scheduling disaster as Angel Reese, Dream force Game 7 Fox News

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  1. 29 Oct

    The Golden State Valkyries are one win away from a stunning WNBA Finals victory.

    5 outlets · New York Post
  2. 1 Nov

    Rhyne Howard's layup tied it at 57 with 2:41 left only for Williams to answer once more by making a clutch three-pointer.

    3 outlets · CBC

Coverage 27 articles

Where to start WNBA Finals teams end season with one final national anthem snub as Dream, Valkyries leave court Fox News

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  • 1 Nov Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream to capture first WNBA crownGabby Williams led the Golden State Valkyries to their first WNBA championship by scoring 30 points, including 28 in the second half, against the Atlanta Dream. The game was played on Saturday at Chase Center in San Francisco and ended with a score of 68-63. Owner Joe Lacob and coach Natalie Nakase credited the sold-out crowd of 18,064 for driving their historic victory.Al Jazeera
  • 1 Nov Agony and ecstasy for Australian duo in WNBA Finals game sevenIn the decisive seventh game of the WNBA Finals on Saturday (Sunday AEDT), Opal Miela Sowah’s Golden State Valkyries defeated Izzy Borlase's Atlanta Dream 68-63, securing a championship victory for Sowah and her team. While Sowah cheered from the sidelines due to her player development status, ex-Bendigo Spirit star Veronica Burton contributed significantly with 10 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. Meanwhile…ABC News (AU)
  • 1 Nov Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to WNBA championship in second season, beating Dream 68-63 in Game 7Gabby Williams led the Golden State Valkyries to a WNBA championship in their second season by defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 on Saturday night. Williams scored 30 points, including her team’s final 11 points of the third quarter and key baskets late in the game. The Valkyries’ victory marks the first time a WNBA Finals has gone to seven games.ABC News (US)
  • 1 Nov Angel Reese’s record Finals rebounding not enough as Dream fall 68-63 in Game 7Angel Reese set a WNBA Finals record with 90 rebounds but it wasn't enough as Atlanta Dream lost to Golden State 68-63 in Game 7 on Saturday night, ending their season short of a championship. Despite her stellar performance—eight points, 12 rebounds and two blocks in the decisive game—Reese's scoring drought after hitting an early three-pointer contributed to Atlanta’s defeat. Gabby Williams led Golden State with…Toronto Star
  • 1 Nov Gabby Williams fires back at Valkyries doubters with ‘no stars’ jab after WNBA titleGabby Williams, guard for the Valkyries, scored 30 points in the decisive Game 7 of the WNBA Finals against the Atlanta Dream, contributing significantly to her team’s victory which came after only one season since relocation. Her 27-point second half set a new postseason record. In response to critics who doubted the team's ability due to perceived lack of star players, Williams celebrated the team’s success with…New York Post
  • 1 Nov Gabby Williams named MVP as the Golden State Valkyries win first WNBA championshipGabby Williams scored 30 points, including 28 in the second half, leading the Golden State Valkyries to their first WNBA championship with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 on Saturday night. Her performance earned her MVP honors and marked her first championship win after previous near-misses both internationally and in earlier WNBA seasons. Williams emphasized patience early in the game before…Toronto Star
  • 1 Nov Angel Reese, Atlanta Dream fall short in Game 7 as Golden State Valkyries win first WNBA championshipIn the decisive Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 to secure their first championship title on Saturday night. Despite leading the series 2-1, Angel Reese struggled in the latter stages, scoring just one point and committing four turnovers in the final quarter. Conversely, Gabby Williams from Golden State shined with a game-high 30 points and was named Finals MVP…Fox News
  • 1 Nov Valkyries defeat Dream in historic Game 7 to capture 1st WNBA title in 2nd seasonGabby Williams scored 30 points, including the final 11 of the third quarter and crucial plays in the fourth, as the Golden State Valkyries won their first WNBA title with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 on Saturday night. The Valkyries clinched the championship in just their second season, while the Dream lost in their fourth Finals appearance. Williams' clutch three-pointer and free throws secured…CBC
  • 1 Nov Valkyries beat Dream in Game 7 thriller to win WNBA Finals in just their second seasonIn the decisive Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday night, the Valkyries defeated the Dream 68-63 to claim their inaugural championship in just their second season. Gabby Williams was the top scorer with 30 points for Golden State as the teams battled through a tightly contested match. The Dream continue to search for their first league title.New York Post
  • 1 Nov Golden State Valkyries defeat Atlanta Dream for franchise’s first WNBA titleThe Golden State Valkyries won their first Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) title by defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in a decisive Game 7 on Saturday. This historic victory marks the franchise's rapid rise, having joined the league just two seasons ago and winning despite facing double-digit losses earlier in the series. Coach Natalie Nakase strategically shortened her rotation to help secure the…NBC News
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  • 1 Nov Golden State wins first WNBA title in franchise historyThe Golden State Valkyries won their first WNBA championship in franchise history on Saturday, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the finals. Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with a game-high 30 points, while Angel Reese of the Dream struggled, scoring only 8 points. This marks the first time a team won a WNBA title in a Game 7, and it caps off a record-breaking season for the league in terms of…CBS News
  • 1 Nov WNBA Finals teams end season with one final national anthem snub as Dream, Valkyries leave courtDuring the seven-game WNBA Finals between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries, both teams consistently skipped the national anthem by leaving the court before its performance. This routine continued despite criticism and questions from media outlets like OutKick about the reason behind it. The teams remained absent even when the anthem was performed by diverse choirs with messages of social justice…Fox News
  • 31 Oct Valkyries and Dream set for first-ever WNBA Finals Game 7 after Atlanta ties seriesThe WNBA Finals will feature a historic first Game 7 between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries on Halloween night at Chase Center in San Francisco. With the series tied at three games each after Atlanta's victory in Game 6, both teams are gearing up for the decisive match. The Valkyries, who became the league’s first expansion franchise to reach the playoffs in their inaugural year and are now aiming…Toronto Star
  • 31 Oct Where to watch Dream-Valkyries WNBA Finals Game 7 for free: Time, livestreamThe Golden State Valkyries will face the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on October 31 at 5 p.m. PT at Chase Center in San Francisco. The match is historic as it's the first Game 7 in WNBA history, following Atlanta’s victory in Game 6 where Allisha Gray scored 23 points. DIRECTV offers a five-day free trial to watch the game on USA Network, while Peacock also provides streaming access but requires…New York Post
  • 31 Oct Dream vs Valkyries prediction, props: Tiffany Hayes to shine in WNBA Finals Game 7The Golden State Valkyries face off against the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday. Coach Natalie Nakase's decision to start veteran guard Tiffany Hayes has been crucial, as her contributions helped the Valkyries win two consecutive games after falling behind 2-1. Despite a recent loss, Hayes continues to be a key player with an average of 13 points per game in the finals and improved shooting…New York Post
  • 30 Oct Nakase and Valkyries are determined to avoid another slow start in WNBA Finals Game 7 against DreamNatalie Nakase, coach of the Golden State Valkyries, is concerned about her team's slow start in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals against the Atlanta Dream, which resulted in a 80-69 loss for the Valkyries. The Dream took an early lead by scoring 32 points in the first quarter, marking the highest single-quarter score in the series. Nakase plans to address this issue with her team during their flight back to California as…Toronto Star
  • 30 Oct Casual basketball fans gobsmacked at horrible Angel Reese highlights from an actual WNBA Finals gameThe article criticizes the WNBA season as exhausting and focuses on poor performance by Angel Reese during Game 6 of the Finals, noting her low shooting percentage and turnovers despite having a positive plus-minus score. The author expresses relief that the league will enter a seven-month hiatus, criticizing aspects such as debates over transgender athletes and players like Sophie Cunningham who have drawn…Fox News
  • 30 Oct Sharp-shooting Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 in WNBA FinalsIn an intense WNBA Finals match on Thursday, the Atlanta Dream secured a 80-69 victory over the Golden State Valkyries, ensuring a decisive Game 7. Leading scorer for the Dream was Allisha Gray with 23 points, including five three-pointers, while Rhyne Howard added 21 and Angel Reese contributed a double-double of 15 points, 14 rebounds, and six assists. The Dream's strong defensive effort limited the Valkyries to…Al Jazeera
  • 30 Oct Steve Kerr expects Valkyries-Dream WNBA Finals Game 7 to be a ‘street fight’Steve Kerr, who has experience with Game 7s from his time as an NBA coach, expects the upcoming WNBA Finals Game 7 between the Valkyries and the Dream to be intense and pressure-filled. The game, set for Saturday at Chase Center, marks a historic moment in the league’s history. Atlanta's strong performance on Thursday kept their season alive, setting up what Kerr describes as a "street fight" showdown on Halloween.New York Post
  • 30 Oct WNBA Finals Game 7 tickets emerge as league’s priciest everWNBA Finals Game 7 tickets for the matchup between the Valkyries and Dream at Chase Center are priced at $396, making it the most expensive game in league history. This is the first-ever Game 7 in WNBA finals, with Atlanta extending the series after winning Game 6. Golden State's Valkyries have a chance to seal their historic season if they win this game, as they have already made significant achievements since…New York Post
  • 29 Oct WNBA can make Game 7 a memorable moment in otherwise forgettable Finals
    New York Post
  • 29 Oct Dream shakes off scheduling controversy to force WNBA Finals deciderThe Atlanta Dream forced a decisive game seven in the WNBA Finals with an 80-69 victory over the Golden State Valkyries. This came after controversy surrounding the rescheduling of the game to accommodate an NBA regular-season event for the Atlanta Hawks, moving it to a different venue. The series will now conclude on Sunday (AEDT), where Izzy Borlase has the chance to become the 12th Australian WNBA champion if the…ABC News (AU)
  • 29 Oct Angel Reese responded from two poor performances to help Atlanta force a Game 7 in the WNBA FinalsAngel Reese helped the Atlanta Dream force a Game 7 in the WNBA Finals by scoring 15 points, grabbing 14 rebounds, and dishing out six assists in an 80-69 victory over Golden State on Thursday. Despite shooting inefficiency (5 of 18), her rebounding total set a new series record with 78 rebounds. Reese’s performance was crucial as she had struggled in the previous two games but returned to form, contributing…Toronto Star
  • 29 Oct Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 of WNBA FinalsIn the WNBA Finals Game 6, the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69, forcing a decisive Game 7. The Dream's Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard scored 23 and 21 points respectively, with key contributions from their sharpshooting. Despite trailing early in the series, the Dream managed to secure commanding leads in this game, particularly after an offensive awakening that saw them take a significant…NBC News
  • 29 Oct WNBA bailed out of scheduling disaster as Angel Reese, Dream force Game 7Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream forced a Game 7 in the WNBA Finals with a 80-69 victory over the Golden State Valkyries on Thursday, averting a championship game during daytime hours. Despite struggling shooting (5-for-18) and committing six turnovers, Reese had 15 points and 14 rebounds. Atlanta’s Allisha Gray scored 23 points and Rhyne Howard added 21, ensuring the deciding game will be played at prime time on…Fox News
  • 29 Oct Dream serve up lunchtime rout of Valkyries to force historic WNBA finals Game 7In the WNBA finals, the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 on Thursday, forcing a decisive seventh game. The Dream shot an impressive 73.3% from the floor in the first quarter and led by as much as 25 points at halftime. Key players for Atlanta included Allisha Gray with 23 points and five three-pointers, while Rhyne Howard added 21 points. Despite strong efforts by Gabby Williams who scored 26…The Guardian
  • 29 Oct Valkyries vs. Dream Game 6 prediction: Defense to dictate WNBA Finals elimination gameThe article provides a prediction for Game 6 of the WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream, focusing on how defensive strategies will influence the outcome. The Dream are slight favorites at 4.5 points despite losing two consecutive games. The key statistical angle is the low Over/Under point total of 147.5, reflecting the strong defensive play seen throughout the series, with both…New York Post

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