Valkyries Are Playoff Bound Again in 2nd Year After Beating Dallas 78-70 Behind Williams' 23 Points
- On Monday, August 17, 2026, the Golden State Valkyries clinched a playoff berth by defeating the Dallas Wings 78-70 at Chase Center, extending their winning streak to six consecutive games.
- Forward Gabby Williams paced the offense with 23 points and seven rebounds, while guard Veronica Burton contributed 16 points and five assists, lifting Golden State to a 25-9 record—the second-best mark in the WNBA.
- Bench reserves Janelle Salaun and Tiffany Hayes each scored 10 points, helping Golden State outscore Dallas' bench 27-12 while forcing 18 turnovers and holding the Wings to 22% shooting from 3-point range.
- Despite the victory, head coach Natalie Nakase criticized the team's defensive performance, stating, "Not good again," and emphasizing the need for players to "empty the tank for four quarters."
- The Valkyries host the Minnesota Lynx on Wednesday night, while the Wings return home to face Indiana on Thursday after losing five of their last six games.
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Dallas Wings Facing Brutal Reality After 8-Point Loss to Valkyries
The Dallas Wings officially have a big problem on their hands, and it’s been trending over the last few weeks.Despite facing the second-best team in the WNBA, the Wings still struggled, losing to the Golden State Valkyries 78-70 on Monday night. Wings star guard Paige Bueckers led the way with 21 points, 3 assists, and […] The post Dallas Wings Facing Brutal Reality After 8-Point Loss to Valkyries appeared first on HEAVY.
Frenchman Gabby Williams finished the match's best scorer (23 points) in Golden State's win over Dallas (78-70), on the night of Monday to Tuesday.
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Madison CourierMinnesota faces Golden State, looks for 30th win this season
Minnesota will look for its 30th victory this season when the Lynx visit the Golden State Valkyries. Wednesday's game is the third meeting of the season between the two teams. The Lynx won the previous matchup 81-75. Golden State is…
Justė Jocytė did not appear on the court again in the WNBA game, but the Golden State Valkyries (25-9) club she represents extended its winning streak.
Valkyries are playoff bound again in 2nd year after beating Dallas 78-70 behind Williams’ 23 points
Gabby Williams had 23 points and seven rebounds, Veronica Burton added 16 points and five assists, and the Golden State Valkyries clinched a playoff berth by beating the Dallas Wings 78-70 for their sixth straight victory. Golden State (25-9) has already surpassed its win total from last season by two and will get another chance on the postseason stage after becoming the first expansion franchise to reach the playoffs in its inaugural season of …
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