The WNBA says Golden State is the fastest expansion team in league history to compete for a title.
The WNBA says the Valkyries swept the Las Vegas Aces 3-0 in the semifinals to reach the Finals in their second season. The Athletic notes that Golden State made the playoffs as the No. 8 seed in its inaugural season.
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The Golden State Valkyries completed a 3-0 semifinal sweep with an 87-77 road win over the Las Vegas Aces, sending Golden State to the WNBA Finals in only its second season. The WNBA called the Valkyries the fastest expansion team in league history to compete for a title.
The sweep eliminated the reigning champions and secured the first Finals appearance in Valkyries franchise history.
Kayla Thornton had 18 points, nine rebounds and two threes. Gabby Williams added 16 points, three assists and three steals.
Kiah Stokes recorded 11 points and 10 rebounds while shooting 5 for 5, with three blocks, three assists and two steals. Tiffany Hayes also scored 11, adding six rebounds, four assists and two steals.
Golden State's quick rise followed a playoff appearance in its 2025 inaugural season. The Athletic noted that the Valkyries entered those playoffs as the No. 8 seed before advancing to the championship round in year two.
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