Dream, Valkyries, and Sky start Commissioner’s Cup play amid defensive focus
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The Atlanta Dream host the Connecticut Sun, and the Golden State Valkyries take on the Portland Fire on June 2 as the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup kicks off. Both teams emphasize defense, with the Dream boasting the league's second-best defensive rating. The Chicago Sky, on a four-game losing streak, look to turn their season around against the Washington Mystics. Meanwhile, the Las Vegas Aces will face the Los Angeles Sparks in a matchup where offensive scoring may play a vital role.
- •Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries begin Cup play today.
- •Dream have the league's second-best defense.
- •Chicago Sky seek a much-needed victory against the Mystics.
- •Las Vegas Aces face the Sparks in a high-scoring matchup.
- •Defensive strategies could shape the Cup outcomes.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA gameday discussion: Does defense win Commissioner’s Cup championships? These teams hope so
"Can the defensive-minded Dream and Valkyries start their Cup chase with big wins?
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