The Golden State Valkyries have been crowned 2026 WNBA champions after defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game Seven of the Finals.
The Valkyries secured the title in front of their home supporters at Chase Center on Saturday night, completing the series in their second season in the league.
Gabby Williams led Golden State with 30 points and four blocks, playing a decisive role in the closely contested final.
The game was tied at 55 points with less than three minutes remaining before Williams scored from beyond the arc and added two free throws to help the Valkyries build a seven-point scoring run.
Atlanta attempted to close the gap with a three-pointer, but Golden State held on, with Veronica Burton converting the final two free throws to seal the victory.
The win marks the first WNBA championship in the Valkyries’ history.
