Gabby Williams pursues Bay Area's first WNBA Championship after local AAU roots

Game 3 of the 2026 WNBA Finals tips off Wednesday.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 51m1 min read

The Bay has been part of Gabby Williams' basketball journey since her AAU days. Now, she's back with a chance to make h Via @WNBA on X

What happened: Gabby Williams played her youth AAU basketball in the Bay Area before returning to the region as a professional. Now an Oakland resident, she is competing in the 2026 WNBA Finals for the area's first league title.

Why it matters: A championship would mark the first WNBA title in Bay Area basketball history. Reaching the Finals caps a 2026 postseason run for the two-time WNBA All-Star in front of local crowds.

What to watch: The 2026 WNBA Finals continue with Games 3 and 4 at State Farm Arena, starting with Game 3 on Wednesday.

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@WNBA 2026-10-18T20:45:00.385084+00:00

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