Valkyries edge Aces 83-81 to take 2-0 WNBA semifinal lead

The WNBA says Golden State beat Las Vegas 83-81 at home in Game 2, taking a 2-0 semifinal lead. Veronica Burton’s three-pointer put the Valkyries ahead 79-76 with 41.5 seconds left, according to the league. Hayes finished with 21 points, Williams with 20 and Kayla Thornton with 16. The Athletic says Golden State is one win from its first WNBA Finals appearance.