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'Hesitant' Valkyries lament their poor ball security in Game 2 loss to Dream

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Golden State's miscues piled up on Monday night, and Atlanta kept capitalizing, scoring 24 points off 19 turnovers in the Dream's 79-65 victory over the Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, a decision that evened the best-of-seven series at 1-all.

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Dream’s Jordin Canada pulls up from Valkyries logo for bonkers WNBA Finals buzzer-beater

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Angel Resee and the A tlanta Dream let Game 1 of the WNBA Finals “slip away” as they failed to hold onto their fourth quarter lead. They look determined not to make the same mistake again in Game 2, though, as Jordin Canada showed with her buzzer-beating 3-pointer from the logo. The Dream guard dribbled quickly down the court before pulling up from […] The post Dream’s Jordin Canada pulls up from Valkyries logo for bonkers WNBA Finals buzzer-beater appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘I Was Really Disappointed’ — ESPN Legend Calls Out Dream, Valkyries Over National Anthem Controversy During WNBA Finals

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Updated Oct 20, 2:07 AM ET

The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are competing in the WNBA Finals, and both teams are getting criticized for something unrelated to the action on the floor. Before Game 1 and Game 2, both teams left the court just before the national anthem and then came back as soon as it ended.

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‘So Petty,’ ‘Insufferable’ — Outrage Erupts As ESPN Legend Tries to Pour Cold Water on ‘Angel Reese Effect’ With Caitlin Clark Comparison

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Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream are three wins from the franchise’s first WNBA championship, and early resale prices for their home Finals games set off talk of a record. Linda Cohn says a handful of listings is no basis for comparing Reese’s draw with Caitlin Clark’s.

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‘Used Her as an Avatar’ – Elle Duncan Doubles Down on ‘Unfair’ Treatment of Caitlin Clark Amid WNBA Controversies

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With another WNBA All-Star season, a FIBA Women’s World Cup gold medal, another playoff appearance and the release of her first signature shoe, Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark remains one of the faces of women’s basketball. Since her days as a star at the University of Iowa, Clark’s long-range shooting and playmaking vaulted her into the national conversation.

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The Atlanta Dream’s 13-Year Road to Redemption » Winsidr

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The Atlanta Dream remained undefeated through the first two rounds of the 2026 WNBA Playoffs, sweeping both the Washington Mystics and the New York Liberty. Now, while they’re closer than ever to finally lifting the trophy, they’re also looking their toughest opponent right in the eyes. Atlanta has been on the brink before. The Dream… The post The Atlanta Dream’s 13-Year Road to Redemption appeared first on Winsidr.

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Angel Reese Is One Championship Away From Silencing Every Hater

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Angel Reese has faced nonstop criticism throughout her career, but leading Atlanta to its first WNBA championship could completely change her legacy. Love her or hate her, Angel Reese is doing something that plenty of her critics never believed she could accomplish. She’s playing for a WNBA championship. Ever since entering the league, Reese has…

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Valkyries' Coach Natalie Nakase Reveals The Powerful Lesson From Her Father Inspiring Her WNBA Finals Run - Fadeaway World

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Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase has built her coaching philosophy around helping others. In the two seasons at the helm of the expansion franchise, Nakase has helped guide Golden State through a remarkable rise. The Valkyries made history by reaching the 2026 WNBA Finals in just their second season as an expansion franchise. […]

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Angel Reese Could Become Atlanta’s Biggest Sports Hero Since 2021

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Angel Reese has a chance to deliver Atlanta its first major professional championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Atlanta hasn’t celebrated a major professional sports championship since the Braves won the World Series in 2021. Now, five years later, Angel Reese has an opportunity to bring another trophy to the city.…

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2026 WNBA Finals Game 2 injury report: Just 1 Dream player is listed

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The Atlanta Dream are currently gearing up for Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, which is slated to take place on Monday evening against the Golden State Valkyries. The Dream trail 0-1 in the series after dropping a close one in Game 1 of the series on Saturday afternoon on the road. Now, the team has released its latest injury report ahead of the game, […] The post 2026 WNBA Finals Game 2 injury report: Just 1 Dream player is listed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angel Reese has 30 points, 16 rebounds as Dream even WNBA Finals vs. Valkyries

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Updated Oct 20, 2:00 AM ET

Angel Reese had 30 points and 16 rebounds, Allisha Gray added 18 points and the Atlanta Dream stymied Golden State on both ends in the second half, beating the Valkyries 79-65 on Monday night to even the WNBA Finals at one game apiece.

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Enes Kanter Freedom says he will attend WNBA Finals Game 3 in Atlanta

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ATLANTA (AP) — Former NBA player Enes Kanter Freedom announced on social media that he plans to attend Game 3 of the WNBA Finals in Atlanta on Wednesday as a fan.Freedom last was at a WNBA game in late August when he went to see Chicago host Indiana.

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Gabby Williams Has Been Unlocked And Kelsey Plum Reveals The Secret Behind Her Breakout - Fadeaway World

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Gabby Williams has been one of the best players in the world for years, according to Kelsey Plum. The difference now is that WNBA fans are finally getting to see what happens when the Golden State Valkyries star gets the freedom to take over a game. Plum discussed Williams’ evolution on Road Trippin’, explaining why […]

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“Talking In Billions At The W” – Cathy Engelbert Reveals How The WNBA Has Transformed Under Her Watch - Fadeaway World

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Cathy Engelbert may be preparing to step down as WNBA Commissioner, but says she’s proud of the league’s trajectory and the progress made during her 7-year tenure. Engelbert, who spoke to reporters ahead of Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, discussed the significance of a landmark season for the league, pointing to record viewership and […]

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'Make Angel Reese A Threat': Chiney Ogwumike Reveals How Dream Can Make WNBA Finals Comeback - Fadeaway World

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Updated Oct 19, 10:50 AM ET

The Atlanta Dream had the Golden State Valkyries right where they wanted them in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. Then, when it mattered most, their offense evaporated into thin air. It was an anemic display from a traditionally potent force. Atlanta scored just eight points in the fourth quarter of a 68-64 loss on […]

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