Valkyries-Dream Finals to feature six All-Defensive picks

Atlanta back in Finals first time since 2013

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read

The 2026 WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream will feature six of the 10 players named to th Via @usatodaysports on X

What happened: The league released its All-Defensive teams ahead of the championship round. The Finals pair Golden State against Atlanta for the 2026 title.

Why it matters: Atlanta ended a 13-year wait for a Finals return. Golden State closed its semifinal in a sweep to reach the Finals to set up a defense-led title round.

By the numbers: Six of the 10 All-Defensive selections will play in the Finals.

What to watch: The teams open the Finals this weekend. Early assignments will show where the defensive edge lands.

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