Gabby Williams delivers triple-double as Valkyries lead Aces in playoffs

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Gabby Williams delivers triple-double as Valkyries lead Aces in playoffs
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Gabby Williams registered a triple-double with 25 points and 11 rebounds as the Golden State Valkyries took a 1-0 series lead over the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA Playoffs semifinals on October 4. The match ended with a score of 71-60. Williams has been a standout performer, leading the playoffs in offensive efficiency stats, while facing off against A'ja Wilson, noted for her struggles in this matchup. Williams' strong postseason performance follows her key contributions in earlier rounds, including a 36-point outing against the Dallas Wings last week. The Valkyries capitalized on their defensive strengths, limiting the Aces to 34% shooting from the field.

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  • •Williams posted a triple-double, leading the Valkyries to a playoff win.
  • •Golden State leads the semifinals series 1-0 against Las Vegas.
  • •Williams averaged 25 points and 61.3% true shooting in the playoffs.
  • •The Aces shot just 34% in the semifinal opener.
  • •Golden State previously defeated Dallas in a winner-take-all Game 3.
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  • 5:23 PMYahoo Sports — UConn's Gabby Williams makes case as WNBA playoffs top performer: 'Best player in the world'
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Gabby Williams has been the most efficient offensive player in the WNBA Playoffs this year

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