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Golden State Valkyries host Las Vegas Aces in WNBA semifinals opener

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Last updated Oct 3, 2026

Golden State Valkyries host Las Vegas Aces in WNBA semifinals opener

Summary

The Golden State Valkyries host the Las Vegas Aces in the opening game of the WNBA playoffs semifinals on Sunday at 4 p.m. EDT in San Francisco. Las Vegas triumphed over Golden State in all three regular-season meetings, culminating in a 92-73 victory in their last matchup. The Valkyries finished the regular season with a 32-12 record, while the Aces ended at 31-13. Both teams have strong offensive statistics, with the Aces averaging 91.5 points per game and the Valkyries contributing 82.2 points per game. Multiple injuries could impact the Aces' lineup as they enter the playoffs.

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Status Watch

•Valkyries finished the regular season at 32-12; Aces at 31-13.
•Aces won all three regular-season matchups against the Valkyries.
•Game time set for Sunday at 4 p.m. EDT in San Francisco.
•A'ja Wilson leads the Aces, averaging 26.2 points per game.
•Injuries reported for Aces include Janiah Barker and NaLyssa Smith.

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6:00 AMYahoo Sports — Golden State hosts Las Vegas to open semifinals

What they're saying

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Las Vegas Aces (31-13, 17-6 Western Conference) at Golden State Valkyries (32-12, 15-8 Western Conference)San Francisco; Sunday, 4 p. EDTWNBA PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS: Valkyries host first series matchupBOTTOM LINE: The Golden State Valkyries host the Las Vegas Aces to begin the WNBA playoffs semifinals.
— Yahoo Sportsby The Associated Press

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