LIVE UPDATES: Atlanta Dream, Golden State Valkyries face off in WNBA Finals Game 7
The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are making history with the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history. Both are also chasing their first-ever title. Follow along for live updates from Chase C
San Francisco, California witnessed the first ever Game 7 in the WNBA Finals as the Atlanta Dream and the Golden State Valkyries faced off. This historic encounter took place at the Chase Center on October 31, 2026. Both teams are vying for their first-ever championship title.
Alison Mastrangelo, a reporter with WSB-TV, was covering the Dream's playoff journey and was in San Francisco for tonight's crucial game. She provided live updates throughout the match.
In the second quarter, Angel Reese scored a three-pointer for the Dream. At the end of the first quarter, Golden State led 14-12. Allisha Gray was leading the Dream with 5 points. The Dream managed to take their first lead around the two-minute mark of the first quarter, following Angel Reese's initial basket for the team.
Golden State started off strongly with an 8-0 run early on, but Atlanta managed to shake off the initial disadvantage with two costly turnovers. Rhyne Howard had already accumulated two fouls and the Dream needed to improve their defensive communication and transition game. The Dream's performance put on display the high stakes of this pivotal match in the WNBA Finals.
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