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Golden State Valkyries win WNBA championship in two years

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 5, 2026, 12:16 PM

Last updated Nov 5, 2026

Golden State Valkyries win WNBA championship in two years

Summary

The Golden State Valkyries captured the WNBA championship, achieving their goal set by owner Joe Lacob to win within five years in just two. They faced the Atlanta Dream in the finals, showcasing a strong team effort, particularly with only one All-Star whereas Atlanta had three. Despite a middle-of-the-pack payroll, the Valkyries' young roster proved effective. The victory cements their place in WNBA history as a team that exceeded expectations so quickly. Upcoming quizzes will feature details on this championship and other significant sports events.

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By the Numbers

•Golden State Valkyries win the WNBA championship
•Joe Lacob aimed for a title within five years
•Valkyries had one All-Star, Dream had three
•Valkyries' active salary ranked ninth out of 15 teams
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What they're saying

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When Joe Lacob took over the Golden State Valkyries, he famously declared his goal was to win a WNBA championship within five years. In the end, it only took him two. It’s a rare thing to back up such a bold claim, let alone to do it so impressively. Perhaps most surprisingly, they did it without a big-name star to build around. Case in point: The Valkyries had one All-Star this year, while the Atlanta Dream, the team they beat in the finals, had three. In active salary, Golden State was middle
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