Valkyries clinch playoff spot with 78-70 win over Wings
ESPN WNBA • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:08 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Valkyries secured a playoff berth by defeating the Wings 78-70 on Monday night. This victory marks the second consecutive year the Valkyries have reached the playoffs, becoming one of only four franchises to achieve this milestone in their initial seasons. The team has shown notable improvement compared to last year, reflecting increased confidence and performance. The Valkyries will now prepare for their playoff matchup as the season draws to a close.
- •Valkyries beat Wings 78-70 to clinch playoff spot.
- •This marks the team's second consecutive playoff appearance.
- •They are only the fourth franchise to reach playoffs in years one and two.
- •The team has shown considerable improvement this season.
- •Playoff preparations now underway for the Valkyries.
- 6:53 AMESPN WNBA — Valkyries, more confident Year 2, back in playoffs
"The Valkyries beat the Wings 78-70 to clinch a playoff spot Monday night, becoming just the fourth franchise to make the playoffs in each of its first two seasons.
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