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Gabby Williams. | Getty Images The Golden State Valkyries’ arrival in the 2026 WNBA Finals has inspired many big picture proclamations. In just their second WNBA season, the Valkyries have made history with their rapid ascent toward the very top of the league, proving to be “light years ahead” of a seemingly overly ambitious five-season contention plan. And they’re here with an atypical roster construction amplified by a unique culture, prioritizing a deep group of previously-undervalued-yet-...

Which Valkyries and Dream players have played the best so far in the postseason heading into the WNBA Finals?

Fitting recognition for the league’s top defensive team.

Angel Reese made her first ever All-Defensive team in 2026.

Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries are in the WNBA Finals, and the only thing standing in their way of the ultimate prize is the Atlanta Dream. The Valkyries crossed paths with the Dream three times during the regular season and came out on top on each occasion, but a lot has changed since then.

Shakira Austin, Rhyne Howard, Angel Reese, Gabby Williams, A’ja Wilson, Veronica Burton, Jordin Canada, Sonia Citron, Breanna Stewart, and Kiah Stokes were all named to the WNBA All-Defense team.

Expect a defensive masterclass as Gabby Williams and Golden State battle Angel Reese and Atlanta for the title.

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Moments after helping the Golden State Valkyries rally to beat the defending champion Aces and earn a trip to the WNBA Finals, Gabby Williams stopped on her way back to the locker room in Las Vegas and shared a little celebratory shake with coach Natalie Nakase.Face to face, they squatted, cheered and used their hands as if eating while the Valkyries star beamed.

Gabby Williams’ sister speaks out as the Aces stay silent on the popcorn stunt.

The Golden State Valkyries are deserving of "bandwagoners' Gabby Williams said they'll get for the WNBA Finals.

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We're breaking down how the Dream and Valkyries match up as they vie for their first WNBA title.

The Golden State Valkyries are looking to take a commanding 2-0 series lead over the reigning champions, the Las Vegas Aces. Playing at home at Chase Center, the Valkyries threw the first punch, defeating A’ja Wilson and the Aces 71-60 behind Gabby Williams, who recorded 25 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists. In the process, the […]

Golden State Valkyries star Gabby Williams continues to make her mark in the WNBA. Williams is coming off a breakout season in which she finished second in the 2026 WNBA Defensive Player of the Year voting, and she hasn’t wasted any time making her presence felt in the postseason. Williams recorded a team-high 25 points […]

The sports world has stopped sleeping on Gabby Williams and the Golden State Valkyries.

Gabby Williams scored 25 points and played lockdown defense in a performance that led Valkyries owner Joe Lacob to declare her the "best player in the world."

The WNBA semifinals begin on Sunday.

Jakcie Young drives on Gabby Williams. | Getty Images In their two-season history, the Golden State Valkyries have played the Las Vegas Aces seven times. They’re 1-6. That doesn’t bode well for their chances of beating the defending champions three times in five games in the WNBA semifinals, which is the next task for ascendant second-year franchise. That that went 0-3 against Vegas this season, and that their lone win came in June 2025, the first-ever game between the two teams, is even less...

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Paige Bueckers receives a massive nod from her Dallas Wings teammate, Arike Ogunbowale. The Dallas Wings are out of the 2026 playoffs following an underwhelming display in the first round against the Golden State Valkyries.