Atlanta Dream

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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.

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.

The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream tipped off the WNBA Finals on Saturday at Chase Center, with Golden State rallying late to take a 1-0 series lead. But before the game even started, both teams found themselves at the center of a controversy. Both the Valkyries and the Dream reportedly left the court shortly…

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 […]

The Atlanta Dream starting five. | Getty Images The Golden State Valkyries know who they are. The pillars of their identity—defense and depth, plus the the clutchtime magic of Ballhalla—were the foundation of their Game 1 win in the 2026 WNBA Finals over the Atlanta Dream. Through their 5-0 start to the postseason, the Dream had appeared to discover their identity, flexing an aggression and athleticism that overwhelmed the Washington Mystics and New York Liberty. But, what if they can’t acces...

WNBA analyst Emily Austin called out the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries for heading to the locker room during the national anthem. The Ballhalla Arena was packed with fans eager to watch Game 1 between the Valkyries and the Dream, who swept their opponents to reach the WNBA Finals.

Angel Reese and Kayla Thornton. | Getty Images At the start of the fourth quarter of Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, the Atlanta Dream were in a good spot. On the road against the Golden State Valkyries, they were up by five points. In that final frame, however, Atlanta’s offense fell apart, and they lost 68-64. They couldn’t throw a pea in the ocean, shooting a dismal 2-for-19 from the field and missing all seven 3-pointers. After the loss, Dream head coach Karl Smesko spoke about the lack o...

Winning on the road is never easy in the WNBA playoffs, but the Golden State Valkyries have been able to take ‘home-court advantage’ to the next level thanks to their fans. At Chase Center, the home fans can turn every opponent’s mistake into an energizing moment for the team, something the Atlanta Dream found out firsthand during Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, validating head coach Natalie Nakase’s beliefs.

As loud as the crowd at Chase Center was when Rhyne Howard was blocked during Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, the criticism directed at the Atlanta Dream guard on social media was even louder. Atlanta led 60-55 with six minutes remaining.

Angel Reese didn’t want to give the Valkyries credit after Game 1 of the WNBA Finals. “I don’t think they really did anything,” Reese said on her limited shot attempts...

- Gabby Williams converted two free throws with 1:18 left to put Golden State ahead, two more with 4.1 seconds to go and finished with 26 points facing constant pressure from Atlanta's stingy defense, and the Valkyries held off the Dream 68-64 in Game...

The Dream need more from two of their key players.

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Former NBA center Enes Kanter Freedom has spent much of the past few months trolling the WNBA, declaring himself a woman and a prospect for the 2027 WNBA Draft in an effort to mock transgender athletes. Now, it appears that he’s planning to bring that act to the league’s biggest stage. On Saturday, Kanter Freedom…

Stephen A. Smith has sparked debate over WNBA media coverage, arguing that reporters should ask tougher questions about players’ concerns and league leadership. His criticism also touched on the Atlanta Dream’s Finals venue situation as the WNBA prepares for the 2026 championship series between Atlanta and the Golden State Valkyries.

lev radin/Shutterstock.com baskSophie Cunningham questions Reese no-call Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham criticized officials for not assessing Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese a technical foul during Game 3 of the 2026 WNBA semifinals. The October 9 matchup took place at Barclays Center in Brooklyn. Atlanta defeated New York 85-83 to complete a 3-game sweep and…

A viral rumour on social media claims that Caitlin Clark sent a letter to Angel Reese before the 2026 WNBA Finals. Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream didn’t have the best of starts to the 2026 WNBA Finals, as they were handed a 68-64 defeat by the Golden State Valkyries in Game 1.

Jennifer Sey’s role in the debate around transgender athletes and the WNBA has seen Golden State Valkyries fans hurl insults at her during Game 1 of the Finals. A lot of unexpected characters got involved when the debate around transgender athletes potentially playing in the WNBA exploded earlier in the season.

It's unclear whether that was an orchestrated concept by both teams, but Atlanta has protested the national anthem before.