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Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to win over Dream in WNBA Finals Game 1

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 19, 2026, 8:20 AM

Last updated Oct 19, 2026

Gabby Williams leads Valkyries to win over Dream in WNBA Finals Game 1

Summary

Gabby Williams scored 26 points to help the Golden State Valkyries defeat the Atlanta Dream 68-64 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday at Chase Center. Game 2 is scheduled for Monday at 8 p.m. ET, running concurrently with 'Monday Night Football.' Analyst Rachel DeMita criticized the league's scheduling, highlighting conflicts with major college football games and the NBA season opener. The Finals have faced multiple scheduling changes, with Game 3 initially set for Thursday but moved to avoid overlaps with other sporting events.

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Key Details

•Valkyries win Game 1 of the WNBA Finals 68-64.
•Gabby Williams scores 26 points.
•Game 2 scheduled for Monday at 8 p.m. ET.
•Game 2 conflicts with 'Monday Night Football.'
•Analyst Rachel DeMita critiques the league's scheduling decisions.

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What they're saying

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Gabby Williams’ 26-point performance helped the Golden State Valkyries hold off the Atlanta Dream 68-64 in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday at Chase Center. Game 2 will tip off Monday at 8 p.
— Yahoo Sports

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