# Valkyries reach WNBA Finals

> Golden State Valkyries advance to WNBA Finals after sweeping Las Vegas Aces.
- Title: Valkyries reach WNBA Finals · The San Francisco Standard
- Summary: Golden State Valkyries advance to WNBA Finals after sweeping Las Vegas Aces. The Golden State Valkyries, led by Gabby Williams and Veronica Burton, swept the…
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- Source: The San Francisco Standard — https://sfstandard.com/section-415/2026/10/13/section-415-podcast-valkyries-improbable-run-wnba-finals
- Published: 2026-10-13T23:39:26+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: golden state valkyries, natele nakase, wnba finals, las vegas aces, gabby williams, veronica burton, news, local
## Valkyries' unlikely run
The Golden State Valkyries won 32 regular-season games and swept the Las Vegas Aces in the playoffs.
## No MVP or All-Stars
The team lacks an MVP candidate, dominant post player, or All-Star lineup.
## WNBA Finals challenge
The Valkyries face the Atlanta Dream in a best-of-seven series for their first championship.
## Key takeaway

The Golden State Valkyries, led by Gabby Williams and Veronica Burton, swept the Las Vegas Aces to reach the WNBA Finals in their second season.