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‘A True Act of Professionalism’ — Elle Duncan Gives Dream Co-Owner Her Flowers Amid Criticism for Serving As Analyst on WNBA Finals Broadcasts

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Updated Nov 3, 12:55 AM ET

Renee Montgomery’s work as a USA Network studio analyst during the WNBA Finals earned a public salute from her co-host after the Atlanta Dream, a team she co-owns, fell 68-63 to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 on Saturday. Sports anchor Elle Duncan, her co-host on the network’s coverage, told Montgomery on air, “It never impacted your analysis,” and followed up with more praise Monday.

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Doc Rivers gives former assistant Natalie Nakase her flowers after Valkyries’ WNBA championship win

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Natalie Nakase is having a moment. She deserves every second of it. She earned it. She worked her way up and did not take shortcuts. She toiled in different roles, including in Japan, pushing herself to learn everything she could. Now, Nakase has led the Golden State Valkyries to a historic championship after defeating the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA […] The post Doc Rivers gives former assistant Natalie Nakase her flowers after Valkyries’ WNBA championship win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angel Reese Announces Six-Month Break Hours After Dave Portnoy Blames Dream Star for Finals Loss

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The end of a season usually brings a moment of reflection for athletes, but Angel Reese appears ready to make the most of her time off the court. After a demanding yet historic campaign that saw her lead the Atlanta Dream to their first WNBA Finals since 2013, the star forward is planning a quieter offseason.

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"He'd Probably Need to Take a Cig Break Every Time": Sophie Cunningham Challenges Theo Von While Calling Out Men Who Disrespect WNBA Stars

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Sophie Cunningham has a sharp answer for men who think they can walk off the street and compete in the WNBA. When comedian Theo Von claimed on his show that he could score 8 points in three quarters against league talent, the Indiana Fever guard didn’t hesitate to set the record straight.

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Sophie Cunningham Leaves Caitlin Clark Behind as Fever Guard Leads WNBA Stars in Off-Court Metrics

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Caitlin Clark might be the biggest name on the Indiana Fever, but on Instagram this season, one of her own teammates beat her, and not by a little. Sophie Cunningham, a bench guard who started just three of her 43 games, became the league’s biggest draw online, and the numbers are not even close.

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Dream’s Angel Reese reveals offseason plans from private account after WNBA Finals loss

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Updated Nov 3, 1:29 AM ET

The Atlanta Dream came up short in the WNBA Finals , losing to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7. Though it may be disappointing, the Dream still have a lot to be proud of , and the future is bright for what they want to accomplish. A day after the loss, Angel Reese went on Instagram to share a message to all of her supporters. “I’m so grateful […] The post Dream’s Angel Reese reveals offseason plans from private account after WNBA Finals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dream don’t need to do anything to return to WNBA Finals, but here’s what they could do

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The Atlanta Dream pushed the Golden State Valkyries to seven games in the WNBA Finals, and came up short in their attempt to win the franchise’s first championship. It was a hard-fought series where the Dream showed they had the talent to win, but a Gabby Williams heater in the second half of the final game crushed any hope of them getting the job […] The post Dream don’t need to do anything to return to WNBA Finals, but here’s what they could do appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Everything that fueled the Valkyries' first WNBA championship + How will the Dream stay focused on winning a title?

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Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women's basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down the Golden State Valkyries' historic 2026 WNBA championship and the key factors that fueled their title run. They highlight the team culture that set the foundation for success, Natalie Nakase's ability to make critical adjustments, Gabby Williams' star power and Kiah Stokes' defensive impact in slowing down Angel Reese.

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Angel Reese drops a heartwarming message for her mother after viral on-court moment

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Two days following the Atlanta Dream’s loss in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals, Angel Reese has dropped a message to express gratitude to her mother. The 24-year-old was seen walking off the court with her mother by her side following the Dream’s loss at Ballhalla.

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‘A Win Of a Season’ – Analyst Shares Bullish Outlook on Angel Reese, Dream Despite WNBA Finals Loss

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The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 on Saturday night at Chase Center to win the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history and a championship in only their second season. Jordan Robinson, an analyst on the “Girls Tripp” podcast, still sees the Dream as a team that’s moving in the right direction.

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ESPN Legend Gives Fever Green Light to Move On From Kelsey Mitchell Despite Record-Breaking Season

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Kelsey Mitchell is an unrestricted free agent for the very first time in her WNBA career, all nine seasons of which she has spent with the Indiana Fever. And judging by her exit interview this season, it feels like the veteran is quite open to opportunities outside Indiana.

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Will we ever see another Gabby?

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Updated Nov 2, 5:39 PM ET

Gabby Williams. | Getty Images WNBA Finals MVP in hand, Gabby Williams’ name has ascended far past it’s previous heights. She’s stood under brief spotlights as a two-time NCAA national champion at UConn and Olympic silver medal winner for France, but her reputation had always come short of her potential. Now, at the pinacle of women’s basketball success, her career deserves a double-take. Were there ever signs that Gabby Williams could become a Finals-winning No. 1 option? The Gabby Williams ...

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