Burton hits first bucket of the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history

Atlanta-Golden State tipped at 8 p.m. ET on USA Network

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FIRST BUCKET OF GAME 7 🚨 Veronica Burton gets to her spot and knocks down the jay ATL-GSV | USA Network | Peacock | #2 Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Veronica Burton scored the opening basket of Game 7 in the 2026 WNBA Finals, knocking down a jumper in the Atlanta-Golden State matchup.

Why it matters: No WNBA Finals has gone to a Game 7 before, and the winner takes the title. Burton plays for the Valkyries, who are chasing their first championship.

What to watch: The game continues at Chase Center with the championship decided tonight.

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@WNBA 2026-11-01T00:16:46.250185+00:00

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