League: WNBA Sport: Basketball Country: United States Category: Playoffs

Valkyries sweep Aces in overtime to reach WNBA Finals

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Last updated Oct 10, 2026

Valkyries sweep Aces in overtime to reach WNBA Finals

Summary

The Valkyries, in their second year as a franchise, secured a spot in the WNBA Finals by defeating the Aces 87-77 in overtime on October 10, 2026. This victory marks the first time an expansion team has reached the Finals in such a short time. The game was a culmination of the Valkyries' impressive playoff performance, leading them to sweep the defending champions in three games. They now prepare for the championship series, where they will compete for the title.

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Key Details

•Valkyries defeat Aces 87-77 in overtime in Game 3.
•This is the Valkyries' second year in the league.
•They become the fastest expansion team to reach the WNBA Finals.
•The Valkyries sweep the defending champions in the series.
•Next, they will compete in the WNBA Finals.

Latest Updates

5:28 AMESPN — Valkyries dethrone Aces, make WNBA Finals in 2nd year as a franchise
5:11 AMCBS Sports — Golden State Valkyries reach WNBA Finals: How second-year franchise made unprecedented run

What they're saying

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The second-year Valkyries became the quickest expansion team to reach the WNBA Finals, sweeping the defending champion Aces 87-77 in overtime Friday night in Game 3.
— ESPN