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Dream face venue dilemma for potential Game 6 at State Farm Arena

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 26, 2026, 3:00 PM

Last updated Oct 26, 2026

Dream face venue dilemma for potential Game 6 at State Farm Arena

Summary

The Atlanta Dream are grappling with venue issues for Game 6 of the WNBA Finals after the Golden State Valkyries' 67-62 victory in Game 5. With the Dream's current home at the Gateway Center Arena limited to 3,500 fans, options for a larger venue like State Farm Arena are complicated by scheduling conflicts with the Hawks. ESPN Insider Ramona Shelburne proposed a matinee game option at State Farm Arena or shifting the game on Friday, but these ideas are seen as undesirable by the league. The Dream await a decision on venue changes while fans remain eager for ticket information as the series continues.

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By the Numbers

•Game 6 scheduled for Thursday at State Farm Arena remains uncertain.
•Valkyries lead series after winning Game 5.
•Shelburne suggests matinee or rescheduled game as options.
•Gateway Center Arena cannot accommodate larger crowds.

Latest Updates

3:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ramona Shelburne gives two ‘not so great’ options for Dream’s bid to host Game 6 at State Farm Arena

What they're saying

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ESPN Insider Ramona Shelburne has chimed in with two options, which the WNBA would likely not go with for Game 6 at the State Farm Arena. After the Golden State Valkyries grabbed a 67-62 win against the Atlanta Dream on Saturday, the WNBA Finals will go to six games at the very minimum.
— Yahoo Sports

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