Rhyne Howard sets WNBA Finals steals record as Dream even series 1-1
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 20, 2026, 4:38 AM
Last updated Oct 20, 2026
Rhyne Howard recorded 6 steals while dealing with foul trouble, leading the Atlanta Dream to a 79-65 victory over the Golden State Valkyries in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals in San Francisco. The win ties the series at 1-1. Atlanta capitalized on 19 turnovers by Golden State, converting them into 24 points while also winning the fast-break battle 19-0. DeWanna Bonner contributed significantly for Atlanta with 4 steals, helping the Dream dominate in the second half after trailing at halftime. Game 3 is scheduled for Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET in Atlanta.
- •Rhyne Howard had 6 steals, breaking the WNBA Finals record.
- •Atlanta Dream forces 19 turnovers, scoring 24 points off them.
- •Dream wins the fast-break battle 19-0.
- •DeWanna Bonner adds 4 steals for Atlanta.
- •Game 3 is set for Wednesday at 8 p.m. ET.
- 4:38 AMYahoo Sports — Rhyne Howard Breaks WNBA Finals Steals Record as Dream Force 19 Valkyries Turnovers
"Rhyne Howard had 6 steals despite 4 first-half fouls as Atlanta beat Golden State 79-65 to even the WNBA Finals.
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