Gabby Williams and Golden State's Defense Steal Game 1 of the WNBA Finals
Gabby Williams delivered 26 points as the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-64 in Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals. Golden State held Atlanta to just eight fourth-quarter points and closed on a 7-0 run to take a 1-0 series lead, handing the Dream their first postseason loss.
2026 WNBA Finals Preview: Dream vs. Valkyries — A New Era Begins
A new WNBA champion will be crowned as the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries meet in the 2026 WNBA Finals. From Jordin Canada versus Veronica Burton to Rhyne Howard versus Gabby Williams and Angel Reese versus Kiah Stokes, we break down the matchups, offensive firepower, defensive strengths and championship stakes without making a series prediction.
WNBA Has Entered a New Era
The WNBA's established powers have fallen. Atlanta returns to the Finals after 13 years, while Golden State makes history in its second season. With both teams chasing their first championship, a new era of WNBA basketball has arrived.
A'ja Wilson Makes History: Three Straight MVPs, Five Overall
A'ja Wilson continues rewriting WNBA history, becoming the first player to win five MVP awards and three consecutive MVPs. The Las Vegas Aces superstar adds another historic achievement to her legendary career.
Valkyries Take Down the Champs: Golden State Makes Its Semifinal Statement
Golden State dominated Las Vegas on the glass and held the defending champions to 60 points, as the second-year Valkyries made a major statement with a 71-60 Game 1 victory
Dream Take Control: Atlanta Stops Liberty's Momentum in Game 1
Atlanta used a dominant third quarter to beat New York 92-82 and take a 1-0 semifinal lead, handing the Liberty their first setback after a historic opening-round upset.