# WNBA Finals Arena Discrepancy

> Atlanta Dream's 3,500-seat arena contrasts Golden State Valkyries' 18,000-seat Chase Center.
- Title: WNBA Finals Arena Discrepancy · Sfchronicle | Shortify
- Summary: Atlanta Dream's 3,500-seat arena contrasts Golden State Valkyries' 18,000-seat Chase Center. Atlanta Dream will host WNBA Finals games in a 3,500-seat arena…
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- Source: Sfchronicle — https://sfchronicle.com/sports/annkillion/article/wnba-finals-game-3-500-seats-valkyries-dream-22473613.php
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## WNBA Finals Arena Contrast
The WNBA Finals will feature two vastly different venues: Chase Center with 18,000 seats versus Gateway Center Arena's 3,500 seats.
## Chase Center Experience
Golden State Valkyries play at Chase Center, a state-of-the-art 18,000-seat arena that has filled to capacity for every home game.
## Atlanta Dream's Venue
Atlanta Dream will host Games 3 and 4 at Gateway Center Arena, a 3,500-seat facility that is half the size of Chase Center's lower bowl.
## Contingency Plans
The Dream are reportedly considering Georgia Tech with 8,600 seats or Gas South Arena with 13,000 seats for potential alternate venues.
## No Immediate Solution
Despite the Dream's recent playoff success, no alternate venue has been secured for the WNBA Finals games as of Monday morning.
## League Scrutiny
The WNBA faces criticism for not having adequate contingency plans for the Dream's venue, despite league growth and revenue.
## Potential Consequence
This discrepancy could lead to lost revenue and a negative perception of the WNBA, especially with the Dream's recent playoff success.
## Key takeaway

Atlanta Dream will host WNBA Finals games in a 3,500-seat arena while Golden State Valkyries play in an 18,000-seat arena, creating a stark contrast in fan experiences.