Golden State Valkyries Secure Narrow Road Win Over Atlanta Dream

Cecilia Zandalasini played a crucial role in the Golden State Valkyries' 77-75 victory over the Atlanta Dream, scoring 18 points and sinking a decisive baseline jumper with less than four seconds remaining. The win marked the Valkyries' fourth victory in their last five games, improving their record to 12-13, and showcased their resilience after a recent heavy loss. Alongside Zandalasini's standout performance, teammates Tiffany Hayes and Carla Leite contributed 15 and 12 points respectively, while the Valkyries' bench outscored Atlanta's 39-16. Atlanta's Jordin Canada led her team with 21 points and eight assists, but the Dream could not overcome a third-quarter surge by Golden State, who closed that period on a 21-6 run to pull ahead. The tightly contested game saw the Valkyries maintain composure despite Atlanta's late comeback attempt, with Zandalasini's final jumper proving decisive as the Dream's last-second shot barely missed. This victory was particularly significant for the expansion Valkyries, demonstrating their ability to compete in a competitive playoff race on the road.