Gabby Williams lifts Valkyries past Dream in defensive slugfest to open WNBA finals
Hosts overcome 32% shooting to take 1-0 series lead
TL;DR
- Gabby Williams scored 26 points, including key free throws in the final minute, to lead the Golden State Valkyries to a 68-64 win over the Atlanta Dream in Game 1 of the WNBA finals.
- The Valkyries overcame a low shooting percentage (32.1%) by relying on their strong defense, a strategy that has defined their season.
- This loss marked the first postseason defeat for the Atlanta Dream and snapped their 10-game winning streak.
- Angel Reese contributed 14 points and 12 rebounds for the Dream, while Allisha Gray scored 19 points in her return from injury.
- Game 2 is scheduled for Monday night at Chase Center.