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Valkyries vs. Dream: Who Has the Finals Edge?
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The WNBA Finals are here, and the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are ready for a championship showdown! Chantel, Annie and Sabreena preview the Finals series between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries, breaking down the biggest storylines, including the Dream’s move to State Farm Arena, Angel Reese’s impact, and how these two teams have forged their own paths to success.
Which team has the edge? The crew breaks down the key matchups that could decide the series, from the battle in the paint and on the boards to defensive strategies, controlling the pace, and the coaching chess match. Plus, they spotlight the players to watch and share their predictions for who will be crowned WNBA champions.
Plus, the crew gets into the Halloween spirit by revealing their costumes ahead of Halloween!
REFERENCES:
Atlanta Dream change playoff date, time to host finals games at State Farm Arena by Chantel Jennings
WNBA Finals matchup: Can Dream score on Valkyries' defense? Is Jordin Canada the X-factor? by Sabreena Merchant
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"Valkyries vs. Dream: Who Has the Finals Edge?" is an episode of No Offseason: The Athletic Women's Basketball Show. Runtime 58 min. Published October 16, 2026. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.
