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Golden State Valkyries sweep Las Vegas Aces in WNBA playoffs

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 10, 2026, 6:32 AM

Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Golden State Valkyries sweep Las Vegas Aces in WNBA playoffs

Summary

The Golden State Valkyries eliminated the Las Vegas Aces with an 87-77 overtime victory in Game 3 of the WNBA semifinals on October 9. A’ja Wilson, who had just received her record fifth MVP award, struggled with her shooting, finishing with 21 points on 6-of-19 from the field. The Aces held a six-point lead late in regulation but could not secure the win. This marks the end of Las Vegas’ title defense, as they were swept 3-0 in the series. The Valkyries advance to the finals in just their second season as a franchise.

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By the Numbers

•A’ja Wilson finishes with 21 points and 10 rebounds
•Valkyries outscore Aces 16-6 in overtime
•Las Vegas was swept 3-0 in the semifinals
•Golden State advances to the WNBA finals
•Wilson's shooting woes attract fan criticism

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What they're saying

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A’ja Wilson had plenty to celebrate heading into Friday’s playoff clash against the Golden State Valkyries. The Las Vegas Aces superstar had just made WNBA history, but her night on the court didn’t go as planned.
— Yahoo Sports

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