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Golden State Valkyries Stifle Atlanta Dream 77-66

The Valkyries' dominant interior defense kept Angel Reese in check and altered early-season standings while the teams prepare to meet again soon.

Valkyries guard Veronica Burton soars for a loose ball during Wednesday’s game against the Atlanta Dream at Chase Center. 
Valkyries forward Gabby Williams shoots over the Dream’s Madina Okot on Wednesday night. 
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The Valkyries’ Gabby Williams, who scored 23 points, pushes the ball upcourt Wednesday during Golden State's game against the Atlanta Dream at Chase Center. 

Overview

  • Golden State beat Atlanta 77-66, snapping the Dream's four-game winning streak and handing the Valkyries a defensive victory built around rim protection.
  • Angel Reese scored a season-low 10 points but recorded a 12-rebound double-double as she struggled to convert inside against Golden State's interior defenders.
  • Atlanta shot 39 percent from the field and 22 percent from three while the Dream's starters combined for 40 points, leaving the bench to supply much of Atlanta's late scoring.
  • Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 23 points and Kayla Thornton and Cecilia Zandalasini provided balanced support as Golden State seized control with a 44-27 halftime lead.
  • The result moved Atlanta down in the early standings and tightened the race with Golden State, and the matchup highlights a persistent concern about Reese's finishing at the rim that opponents can exploit.