Golden State’s overtime surge completes the sweep
The Golden State Valkyries reached their first WNBA Finals by defeating the Las Vegas Aces 87–77 in overtime at Michelob ULTRA Arena. The October 9 game in Nevada finished on October 10 in the Philippines and completed a 3–0 semifinal sweep.
Kayla Thornton led Golden State with 18 points. Gabby Williams added 16, while Kiah Stokes recorded 11 points and 10 rebounds.
The Valkyries overcame a 13-point deficit, using a 17–0 third-quarter run to change the game. Regulation ended level before Golden State outscored Las Vegas 16–6 in the extra period and made all eight of its overtime free throws.
The result took the franchise into the championship round in its second season and ended the Aces’ title defence. Golden State earned home-court advantage against Atlanta, with Game 1 scheduled for October 17 at Chase Center, according to the team’s announcement.