Dream Defense DOMINATES Liberty + Valkyries Shock Aces | WNBA Semifinals Game 1 Recap

Locked On Women's Basketball – Daily Podcast On The WNBA · Oct 5, 2026 · 28m

The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries both made major statements in WNBA semifinals Game 1 — and defense was the story.The Dream defeated the New York Liberty 92-82 behind Jordin Canada’s 25 points and 5 steals, DeWanna Bonner’s 23 points and 9 rebounds, and a relentless defensive effort that forced 14 turnovers and turned them into 32 points. Sabrina Ionescu led New York with 27 points, but the Liberty struggled to handle Atlanta’s pressure.Then, the Golden State Valkyries pulled off the bigger upset, beating the Las Vegas Aces 71-60. Gabby Williams delivered a sensational 25-point…