What happened: The Golden State Valkyries opened their championship parade Wednesday to celebrate the franchise's first WNBA title alongside 2026 Finals MVP Gabby Williams. Williams carried the Finals MVP trophy to kick off festivities following Golden State's 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 at Chase Center.

Why it matters: The championship marks Golden State's first title in just its second season as an expansion franchise. Williams solidified the run with a 28-point second-half performance in the deciding game, anchoring the Valkyries' rotation throughout the postseason.

What to watch: Golden State enters the offseason focused on roster continuity after capturing the title in its sophomore campaign.