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October 17/ 3:58 pm ET
Chen for the Lead 🎯
Kaitlyn Chen nails a three-pointer to seal a 9-0 run and give Golden State its first lead of the day.
October 17 / 3:53 pm ET
Here Comes the DPOY
Angel Reese records her first-ever WNBA Finals bucket!
TOO STRONG 💪
Angel Reese muscles her way inside for her first bucket of the game
ATL-GSV | NBC & Peacock | #WNBASeason30 | #2026WNBAFinals
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October 17 / 3:47 pm ET
Offense Turns into Defense
Golden State is rolling on both sides of the ball, turning a block into the Valkyries’ first bucket of the day.
Valks on both ends of the floor 😤
Kiah Stokes gets up for the rejection then Cecilia Zandalasini converts for two
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October 17 / 3:30 pm ET
The Stage is Set
The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are ready to headline the 2026 WNBA Finals. This matchup features two franchises seeking their first-ever title for the first time since 2022.
Atlanta is making its first Finals appearance since 2013, while Golden State reaches the championship round in just its second year since debuting in 2025. Both teams are looking to record their first Finals win in franchise history.
Ain’t this what you been waiting for ⁉️
It’s almost time for Game 1 of the #2026WNBAFinals between the @AtlantaDream and @valkyries and we can’t wait to see you there
➡️ 3:30pm/ET | NBC+Peacock | #WNBASeason30 pic.twitter.com/nkxgpqJQPz
— WNBA (@WNBA) October 17, 2026