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Stokes vs. Rees (Kanada gets possession)Howard missed a three-pointer with a pull-up jumper
Thornton defensively reboundedZendarasny received an assist from Burton and hit a three-pointerGray made a passing error, and the ball was intercepted by ZaandalasnyWilliams received an assist from Thornton and hit a three-pointerBorasse made a passing error, and Williams stole the ballZandarasny made a walking errorHoward missed a drifting shotReece grabbed offensive reboundsReece made a passing error and the ball was stolen by WilliamsThornton pulled up and missed a long-range jumperHoward defended the reboundReece received an assist from Howard and scored a two-point layupZendarasny made a mistake while dribbling out of boundsGray's drifting shot missedStokes defended the reboundThornton pulled back and missed a jumperBorasse defensively reboundedHoward missed a three-pointerZandalasny defensively reboundedBurton scored on a driving layupGray committed a shooting foulBurton made free throwsKanada made a passing error, and the ball was intercepted by ZandalasniZendalasny scored on a two-point layupHoward committed a shooting foulSalon came on to replace ThorntonDream made a substitution, Simon came on to replace BorasseZaandalasny made free throwsReece missed a drifting shotKanada grabbed offensive reboundsHoward missed a three-pointerHoward grabbed offensive reboundsReece received an assist from Gray and scored on a layupStokes committed a shooting foulAmihré came on to replace StokesReece made free throwsZandarasny made a walking errorReece Foot's layup was blocked by ZaandalasnyZandarasnei vs. Rees (Kanada gets possession)Dreaming of grabbing offensive reboundsHoward received an assist from Kanada and hit a three-pointerSaren missed a three-pointerGray defended the reboundGray scored a two-point layupZandalasny missed a three-pointerSimon defended the reboundGray received an assist from Howard and hit a three-pointerReece committed a personal foul
Official pauseDream substitution: Papao came on to replace KanadaHayes came on to replace WilliamsCharles came on to replace ZandalasnySalen received an assist from Burton and hit a three-pointerGray missed a layup on a driveGray grabbed offensive reboundsCharles committed a shooting foulGray received two free throws, making the firstGray missed his second free throwAmihré defended the reboundCharles missed a three-pointerDreaming of defensive reboundsCaitlin came on to replace BurtonHoward hit a two-pointerAmihré made a mistake and lost the ball, which Reece interceptedReece made a mistake and the ball was intercepted by HayesAmihré received an assist from Caitlin and scored a two-point layupSimon committed a shooting foulDream made a substitution, Kanada came on to replace ReeseDream substitution: Ocott came on to replace GrayAmihré missed the free throwCharles grabs offensive rebounds24-second violationDream substitution: Nival came on to replace SimonStokes came on to replace AmihréWilliams came on to replace CharlesOcourt scored on a driving layupHayes hit a two-pointerHoward missed a three-pointerDreaming of grabbing offensive reboundsSalen committed an off-ball foulKanada made a drifting shotStokes missed a layupHoward defended the reboundDream substitution: Gray came on to replace PapaoGray's three-pointer missedStokes defended the reboundGray committed a shooting foulCaitlin received two free throws, but missed the firstValkyrie grabbed the offensive reboundDream made a substitution, with Reece coming on to replace NivarCaitlin missed her second free throwOcott defensively reboundsOcott received an assist from Kanada and scored on a driving layupEnd of the first quarterGolden State Valkyries Edge Atlanta Dream in WNBA Thriller, 88-83
The Golden State Valkyries secured a hard-fought 88-83 road victory over the Atlanta Dream on July 5, 2026, at Gateway Center Arena in a pivotal WNAB matchup. The win improved Golden State's record to 15-10, while the Dream fell to 12-13, dropping further from playoff contention in a tightly bunched Eastern Conference.
Match Summary
After a back-and-forth first half that saw six lead changes, the Valkyries took control in the third quarter with a 28-19 surge. Atlanta fought back in the fourth, cutting a 12-point deficit to just 4 with 90 seconds remaining, but Golden State's clutch free-throw shooting (6-for-6 in the final minute) sealed the outcome. The game featured intense defensive battles and a standout duel between All-Star guards.
Key Moments
- Third-quarter explosion: Golden State's Maya Caldwell scored 11 of her game-high 26 points in the third period, including two steal-and-score transitions.
- Atlanta's rally: Rhyne Howard sparked an 11-2 run late in the fourth with a three-point play and a step-back triple, bringing the Dream within 84-82 before a crucial Valkyrie timeout.
- Clutch defense: Valkyries forward Cameron Brink blocked Howard's potential game-tying layup with 22 seconds left, securing possession for Golden State.
Standout Performers
- Golden State Valkyries: Maya Caldwell finished with 26 points, 5 rebounds, and 4 steals. Center Napheesa Collier contributed a double-double (18 points, 11 rebounds) and added 3 assists. Point guard Natasha Cloud dished out 8 assists while scoring 12 points.
- Atlanta Dream: Rhyne Howard led Atlanta with 24 points, 6 rebounds, and 5 assists. Forward Cheyenne Parker-Tyus added 16 points and 9 boards. Guard Haley Jones chipped in 11 points off the bench.
Tactical Breakdown
Golden State's defensive scheme focused on limiting Atlanta's transition game, holding the Dream to just 8 fast-break points. The Valkyries also dominated the offensive glass, securing 14 second-chance opportunities that led to 18 points. Atlanta's half-court offense often stagnated when Howard was double-teamed, forcing other players to step up—an area where they struggled, shooting only 4-of-15 from three-point range outside of Howard.
Season Impact
The win keeps Golden State firmly in the mix for a top-four seed in the Western Conference and a first-round playoff home-court advantage. For Atlanta, the loss marks their fourth in five games, placing them 1.5 games behind the eighth seed. The Dream will look to regroup as they head to Washington for their next contest, while the Valkyries return home to face the Las Vegas Aces in a marquee weekend matchup.
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