- Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Monday, October 19, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: USA Net
- Odds/Point Spread: Atlanta (+2.5)
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The Golden State Valkyries (32-12) will face off against the Atlanta Dream (30-14) at Chase Center on Monday in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals. Golden State currently leads the series 1-0, with Atlanta entering this game as 2.5-point underdogs. The total points is projected at 153.5.
In Game 1, the Atlanta Dream fell short, losing 68-64. They recorded a field goal percentage of 32.8%, making 21 of 64 shots and hitting 4 of 25 from beyond the arc. At the free throw line, they were successful 18 out of 21 times, reflecting an impressive 85.7% completion rate. On the boards, they collected a total of 33 rebounds, with 9 being offensive. The Dream also notched 19 assists, capitalizing on 10 turnovers while gaining 5 steals. Defensively, Atlanta held their opponents to a 32.1% shooting percentage (25 out of 78). Golden State, meanwhile, managed 8 assists and 4 steals, alongside 29 rebounds (21 defensive and 8 offensive) and 6 blocks. Their free throw percentage was 68.8%, hitting 11 of 16 attempts and making 7 of 33 three-point shots.
Allisha Gray stood out in the contest, scoring 19 points on 5 of 19 shooting, while also contributing 6 rebounds in her 33 minutes on the court. She shot 26.3% from the field and dished out 2 assists.
The Atlanta Dream enters this contest with a season record of 30-14. They average 91.3 points per game, ranking 3rd in the WNBA, with a shooting percentage of 44.2%. Atlanta has a three-point shooting rate of 32.5%, making 394 of 1,212 attempts, and they convert 78.6% from the free throw line. Rebounding-wise, they grab 35.6 boards per game and lead the league with 944 assists. However, they are prone to 12.6 turnovers each game and commit an average of 19.6 personal fouls. On defense, the Dream force 15.4 turnovers while allowing 846 assists and giving up 46.9% shooting (676 of 934). Their opponents score an average of 84.5 points against them, ranking them 4th in the league.
In the initial game, the Valkyries secured 43 total rebounds (33 defensive and 10 offensive) and committed 10 turnovers while recording 12 steals. The Dream committed 18 fouls, leading to 16 free throw attempts for Golden State, who converted 11 for a 68.8% success rate. The Valkyries made 7 from 33 three-point attempts (21.2%) and shot 32.1% overall, connecting on 25 of 78 attempts. They allowed Atlanta to hit 21 of 64 shots, resulting in a 32.8% shooting percentage for the Dream.
Gabby Williams was a standout for the Valkyries, making 8 of 22 shots (36.4%) and finishing with 26 points and 4 rebounds in 33 minutes, along with 2 assists.
Golden State boasts a 32-12 record this season, committing 19.2 fouls per game while hitting 77.4% of their free throws. They average 19.3 assists (ranking lower in the league) and 10.4 turnovers. The Valkyries have tallied 3,615 points this season, averaging 82.2 points per game and securing 33.3 rebounds per game. With a field goal percentage of 42.2%, they rank 15th in the league. Defensively, they rank first in points allowed per game (75.1) and force 13.7 turnovers while limiting opponents to 41.4% shooting (leading the league). Their three-point defense allows a 32.6% success rate, while opponents succeed at 75.9% from the line. They allow 18.2 assists and 32.7 rebounds per game, ranking first and fifth, respectively, in the WNBA.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s WNBA matchup?
Prediction: Bet on Atlanta (+2.5)
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