Atlanta Dream faces elimination after Game 5 loss to Golden State Valkyries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 12:32 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
The Atlanta Dream are one loss away from elimination in the WNBA Finals after a 64-55 defeat to the Golden State Valkyries in Game 5. After taking a 2-1 lead early in the series, the Dream have now lost two consecutive games. Angel Reese expressed confidence, stating her belief in the team's ability to recover. Game 6 is scheduled for Thursday at 12:30 p.m. ET at State Farm Arena in Atlanta due to a scheduling conflict with the Atlanta Hawks.
- •Angel Reese scores 15 points but struggles with shooting efficiency.
- •Dream lost two straight games after leading the series 2-1.
- •Game 6 is set for Thursday at State Farm Arena.
- •Reese remains optimistic about the team's chances.
- 12:32 PMYahoo Sports — Angel Reese still believes Dream can win WNBA Finals: 'One game at a time'
"The Dream are a loss away from elimination
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