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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedOctober 29, 2026Miami-Dade County

Atlanta Dream beat Golden State Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 in WNBA Finals

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Allisha Gray scored 23 points and Rhyne Howard added 21 as the Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 on Thursday to tie the WNBA Finals at three games apiece. The decisive Game 7 will take place on Saturday night at Golden State. The Dream built a commanding 46-26 halftime lead behind strong 3-point shooting before holding off a late Golden State rally.

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Why It Matters

The victory forces a final, winner-take-all Game 7 to determine the WNBA championship between the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries.

Key Facts

  • The Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals on Thursday.
  • The win ties the series 3-2, forcing a decisive Game 7 to be played at Golden State on Saturday night.
  • Allisha Gray led the Dream with 23 points, including 5 of 7 3-pointers.
  • Rhyne Howard contributed 21 points for Atlanta, making 4 of 6 shots from beyond the arc.
  • Angel Reese recorded a double-double for the Dream with 15 points and 13 rebounds.
  • Atlanta built a large early lead, finishing the first quarter up 32-15 and leading 46-26 at halftime.
  • Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 26 points, while Tiffany Hayes added 15.
  • Golden State staged a late rally, cutting the lead to 77-69 before Allisha Gray hit a crucial 3-pointer.
  • The Atlanta Dream improved to a 16-0 record in games where Angel Reese makes at least one 3-pointer.

Who's Mentioned

PersonRhyne Howard“Atlanta Dream player who scored 21 points”PersonAllisha Gray“Atlanta Dream player who scored 23 points”PersonGabby Williams“Valkyries player who led her team with 26 points”PersonKaila Charles“Golden State player who closed the third quarter with a 3-pointer”PersonJordin Canada“Atlanta Dream player”OrganizationGolden State“WNBA basketball team competing in the Finals”PersonVeronica Burton“Golden State guard”OrganizationAtlanta Dream“WNBA basketball team competing in the Finals”PersonKarl Smesko“Dream coach”PersonNatalie Nakase“Valkyries coach”PersonAngel Reese“Atlanta Dream player who recorded a double-double with 15 points and 13 rebounds”PersonTiffany Hayes“Valkyries player who added 15 points”PersonLaeticia Amihere“Valkyries player who scored two free throws late in the game”