Game 5 of the WNBA Finals is back in the Bay Area, and while the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries were locked into the matchup, it was Valkyries guard Kaitlyn Chen who made a bold statement off the court, stepping way outside her comfort zone. Chen, known for her go-to gameday sweats, showed up in dark red leather pants and a black corset top, completely flipping the script on her usual style. It was a proper moment, proving you don’t always need a specific game highlight to grab attention in the Finals.
The Fashion Plays and the Statement T-Shirt
While Chen went all-out, Atlanta Dream star Angel Reese, usually a fashion-forward force, opted for a more relaxed look for Game 5. She still made a statement, but it wasn’t about the threads. Meanwhile, Dream teammate Rhyne Howard had fans hyped with her choice, rocking a white T-shirt that simply read, “And I took that personally.” That’s a direct nod to Michael Jordan’s iconic quote from “The Last Dance” documentary, and it shouted that Howard was absolutely locked into the competition. She finished the fit with black Jordan sneakers. It’s clear these players are bringing their A-game, on and off the court.
Star Power Floods Ballhalla Courtside
The Finals isn’t just about the players, right? Ballhalla was buzzing with celebrity power, and the halftime show brought the house down. Oakland’s own En Vogue graced fans with their presence, looking glamorous in matching black outfits complete with long scarves hanging off their shoulders. The stars were out in full force for the 2026 WNBA Finals, with Kerri Walsh Jennings, Moses Moody, and even Sue Bird spotted courtside before Game 1. Speaking of Game 1, Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was seen celebrating a 68-64 win against the Atlanta Dream. When the biggest names in sports and entertainment show up, you know it’s a big deal.
With the series returning to the Bay Area for Game 5, you know the stakes are high, and every single moment, from the opening tip to the post-game outfits, is going to be under the microscope. We’re all watching to see what happens next in this incredible WNBA Finals battle.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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