From The San Francisco Standard · · 1m 40s
Valkyries sweep Aces to reach WNBA Finals
Golden State Valkyries stun Aces in overtime to win WNBA semifinals and advance to Finals.
In brief
Golden State Valkyries stun Aces in overtime to win WNBA semifinals and advance to Finals. Golden State Valkyries beat A’ja Wilson’s Aces 87-77 in overtime to reach WNBA Finals after sweeping semifinals. Originally reported by The San Francisco Standard.
Valkyries set up Finals showdown
Golden State Valkyries beat A’ja Wilson’s Aces to set up a Finals showdown with the Atlanta Dream.
“this is our time”
Overtime victory in Las Vegas
Golden State outscored the reigning champion Aces 16-6 in overtime to win 87-77 and complete the semifinal sweep.
“this is it”
Gabby Williams' overtime impact
Gabby Williams scored eight overtime points and secured two crucial steals to help the Valkyries win.
“we bout to have some bandwagoners”
Natalie Nakase's coaching
Coach Natalie Nakase said, 'This is a dream come true to be going to a Finals in our second year.'
“this is a dream come true to be going to a finals in our second year”
Valkyries' deep roster
The Valkyries have a deep roster with eight players scoring at least six points in the series.
“we ain’t get no love all season”
Key players in comeback
Tiffany Hayes and Kayla Thornton led the comeback with 21 points and 18 points respectively.
“i wasn’t worried at all”
Game 2 comeback
In Game 2, Golden State built a 17-point lead before trailing late and winning 83-81.
“when there’s a score like that”
Valkyries' financial milestone
CNBC valued the Valkyries at $1 billion in June, making them the first women’s sports organization to reach that mark.
“i think everyone that’s a part of this team”
Next game against Atlanta
The Valkyries will play the Atlanta Dream at Chase Center on Saturday, Oct. 17.
“this is unimaginable”
Valkyries' championship timeline
Joe Lacob hired the Valkyries to win a championship within five years, a timeline the team has now met.
“this is what we expected”
Valkyries' future
The Valkyries have four wins left to reach the WNBA championship.
“we’re making history”
What it means
Golden State Valkyries beat A’ja Wilson’s Aces 87-77 in overtime to reach WNBA Finals after sweeping semifinals.
