In San Francisco, Gabby Williams played a pivotal role in leading the Golden State Valkyries to their first WNBA championship. She scored 30 points in the game, including the team’s last 11 points in the third quarter. The Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the Finals on Saturday night.
Jordin Canada contributed 18 points for the Dream, while Allisha Gray added 16 points and Angel Reese had eight points with 12 rebounds.
With only 11 seconds left, Gray hit two free throws, and the Dream managed to force a jump ball between Gray and Williams. Veronica Burton then secured the ball and made two free throws with 5.1 seconds remaining.
During the second half, Gabby Williams delivered a strong performance, including a crucial three-pointer and two successful free throws with 1:40 left. Kiah Stokes also made an impactful contribution with a late basket, 13 rebounds, and two blocked shots.
Returning to the San Francisco Bay Area, Gabby Williams found a welcoming environment with the Valkyries and has now helped them achieve remarkable success. The celebration at Chase Center was intense, with fans chanting her name and players rejoicing as confetti filled the air.
This victory marks a significant milestone for the Valkyries, aligning them with the Golden State Warriors, who secured a championship of their own in 2022.
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