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Valkyries win first WNBA title, defeat Dream in Game 7

Golden State secures championship with narrow victory over Atlanta in decisive game.

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Illustrative image. Photo: LOGAN WEAVER | @LGNWVR on Unsplash

At a glance

  • Golden State Valkyries defeated Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7
  • Gabby Williams scored 30 points for the Valkyries
  • This is the Valkyries' first WNBA championship

The Golden State Valkyries won their inaugural WNBA championship on Saturday night, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the finals. Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 30 points in the decisive contest.

The victory marks the franchise's first title in the league.

Why it matters

The Valkyries' inaugural title represents a significant milestone for the franchise in its first season in the league.

Original reporting

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