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Dream, Valkyries set for first WNBA Finals Game 7 on Saturday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 8:48 PM

Last updated Oct 29, 2026

Dream, Valkyries set for first WNBA Finals Game 7 on Saturday

Summary

The WNBA Finals will culminate in Game 7 on Saturday, marking the league's first-ever championship-deciding game of this format. The Dream forced the decisive matchup by winning Game 6 against the Valkyries in a closely contested battle. The WNBA shifted to a best-of-seven series format for the Finals last year, increasing the significance of the upcoming game. As the championship approaches, both teams are drawing attention for their intense competition in the previous games. A historic opportunity awaits in this winner-take-all scenario.

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By the Numbers

•Dream won Game 6 to force Game 7.
•Game 7 is scheduled for Saturday.
•WNBA Finals transitioned to best-of-seven format last year.
•Previous WNBA Finals have featured do-or-die contests.

Latest Updates

8:48 PMYahoo Sports — History of WNBA Finals winner-take-all games: How Dream-Valkyries are making Game 7 history

What they're saying

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The best two words in sports are Game 7, as the old adage goes. For the first time in its history, the WNBA will be able to put that proposition to the test
— Yahoo Sports

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