The Golden State Valkyries are already up 1-0 on the Aces in the WNBA semifinals, pulling off a huge 71-60 win in Game 1. This team is absolutely on fire, continuing to shatter expectations after just debuting last season. They’re proving they’re not just a flash in the pan, they’re here to stay in the WNBA’s elite.
From Rookies to Rulers: Golden State’s Dominant Season
Talk about a glow-up. Last year, the Valkyries hit the playoffs with a respectable 23 wins, a solid debut. But this season? Forget about it. They’ve improved dramatically and are sitting as a top team in the WNBA standings. This isn’t luck, folks. This is a squad that’s put in the work, and you can see it on the court. Veronica Burton, Kayla Thornton, and new star Gabby Williams have been absolutely crucial to this ascent. And let’s not forget Janelle Salaun, who is killing it and is a leading candidate for Sixth Player of the Year. This team is deep, talented, and playing with a ton of confidence. It makes you wonder, can they actually go all the way and grab the title?
The Playoff Gauntlet So Far
Golden State’s playoff run has been pure drama and grit. They kicked things off by taking down the Wings in the first round, winning the series 2-1. That series was a battle: they snatched Game 1 with a dominant 104-80 victory, then dropped Game 2 in an overtime thriller, 108-100. But they bounced back hard in Game 3, closing out the Wings 77-73. Now, they’re deep in the semifinals, currently leading the Aces 1-0 after that Game 1 statement win, 71-60. The WNBA Playoffs bracket is locked, and these eight teams are fighting for everything.
Next up, the Valkyries face the Aces in Game 2 this Wednesday, October 7th, at 9:30 p.m. ET, playing at home in Golden State. They’ll then head to Las Vegas for Game 3 on Friday, October 9th, also at 9:30 p.m. ET. If needed, Game 4 is slated for Sunday, October 11th, in Las Vegas, and a decisive Game 5 would be back in Golden State on Wednesday, October 14th. You can still grab tickets for Game 2 at the Chase Center right now, with a get-in cost starting at $115 on StubHub. This series is just getting started, and you won’t want to miss a single second.
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Originally reported by The Sporting News.
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