Valkyries face Wings in pivotal Game 3 for playoff advancement
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 3:42 PM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
The Golden State Valkyries and Dallas Wings meet in a decisive Game 3 on Friday at Chase Center. The winner secures the final semifinals spot against the reigning champion Las Vegas Aces. After the Valkyries dominated Game 1, the Wings responded with a historic comeback in Game 2, led by Arike Ogunbowale's 45 points. Both teams are aiming to close out their series successfully, with the Valkyries looking for their first playoff series win.
- •Game 3 scheduled for Friday, October 2 at 9:00 p.m. ET.
- •Valkyries aim for first playoff series win in franchise history.
- •Wings seek semifinals return for the first time since 2023.
- •The Valkyries won Game 1 104-80; Wings took Game 2 108-100 in overtime.
- •Valkyries were 17-5 at home during the regular season.
- 3:42 PMCBS Sports — Valkyries vs. Wings predictions: Expert picks for winner-take-all Game 3 as Golden State tries to avoid upset
"A spot in the semifinals against the reigning champion Aces is on the line
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