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Analyst predicts Atlanta Dream will win 2027 WNBA Finals

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 2, 2026, 11:45 AM

Last updated Nov 2, 2026

Analyst predicts Atlanta Dream will win 2027 WNBA Finals

Summary

Cindy Brunson of ESPN has predicted that the Atlanta Dream will secure the 2027 WNBA Finals title. This comes after the Dream's recent defeat to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, where the Dream lost 68-63. Though the Dream have a 0-4 record in previous finals appearances, Brunson believes the experience will help them succeed in their next championship run. She highlighted star forward Angel Reese’s potential to dominate despite her struggles in the recent finals. The Dream are set to aim for their first title in 2027, with Brunson likening their potential turnaround to teams overcoming past failures in sports history.

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By the Numbers

•Cindy Brunson backs Atlanta Dream to win the 2027 WNBA Finals.
•Dream lost 2026 WNBA Finals to Golden State Valkyries 68-63.
•The Dream are 0-4 in previous WNBA Finals appearances.
•Angel Reese was held to eight points in the Game 7 loss.
•Brunson emphasized the importance of experience for future success.

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11:45 AMYahoo Sports — ‘Not Buffalo Bills…’ – Analyst makes bold Angel Reese and Dream prediction for 2027 WNBA Finals

What they're saying

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One WNBA analyst is already backing the Atlanta Dream for the 2027 WNBA Finals. The Atlanta Dream had no answer for the Golden State Valkyries in Game 7 of the tightly fought 2026 WNBA Finals.
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