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 on Monday night 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…
The Golden State Valkyries secured their playoff berth on Monday night by defeating the Dallas Wings 78-70, marking their sixth consecutive victory and surpassing last season's win total by two. This marks the first time an expansion franchise has reached the playoffs in its inaugural season. Despite losing the first game of their first-round series to the Minnesota Lynx by one point, Golden State secured a spot in the postseason.
Center Kiah Stokes returned from the concussion protocol, playing 23 minutes in their win. The Valkyries overcame a slow start, ending the first half with an 11-0 run and a 44-28 lead at the break. Veronica Burton contributed 16 points and five assists, while Paige Bueckers led the Dallas Wings with 21 points. The Valkyries will host the Minnesota Lynx in their next game on Wednesday night.
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