Valkyries and Dream open 2026 WNBA Finals in Game 1

Atlanta returns to the title series for the first time since 2013.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 4h1 min read

Golden State gets loose ahead of Game 1 🔥 The Valkyries face off against the Dream in the 2026 WNBA Finals at 3:30pm/et Via @NBA on X

What happened: The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream take the court for Game 1 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, with tipoff set for 3:30 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock.

Why it matters: The series marks the culmination of the league's 30th season as both franchises pursue their first WNBA championship.

What to watch: Game 1 sets the early series advantage as Golden State hosts the opener.

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@NBA 2026-10-18T00:02:10.832041+00:00

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