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WNBA·ANALYSIS·October 20, 2026 08:24 PM ET

Dream return to Finals after 13 years with first title at stake

Series with Valkyries tied 1-1

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The Dream are back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in 13 years 🏆 ✍️ @emmyspersrud breaks down Atlanta’s long road Via @Winsidr on X

What happened: Atlanta Dream are back in the WNBA Finals for the first time in 13 years. The appearance leaves the franchise's first title still at stake. The series between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream is tied 1-1, with the game scheduled.

Why it matters: The 13-year gap marks Atlanta's longest road back to the title round. With the series tied 1-1, the scheduled game sets the leverage for the rest of the Finals.

By the numbers: Series tied 1-1 between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream; scheduled score 0-0.

What to watch: The next scheduled game follows with the series tied 1-1.

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