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We asked, “Where’s the dog?” Golden State answered. The Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 67–62 in Game 4 to tie the 2026 WNBA Finals at 2–2.
Natalie and Greg break down Natalie Nakase’s lineup changes, the defense against Angel Reese, and timely contributions from Cecilia Zandalasini and Tiffany Hayes. Plus, why Atlanta’s loss goes beyond missed free throws—and what both teams must do to take Game 5 at Ballhalla.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!

The Atlanta Dream beat the Golden State Valkyries 97–71 to take a 2–1 lead in the WNBA Finals—but are Golden State’s problems bigger than basketball adjustments?
Natalie and Greg debate whether the Valkyries are missing that DOG, break down Angel Reese’s supporting cast and Atlanta’s defensive pressure, and discuss what both teams need in Game 4. Plus, our picks as the Dream look to take control, and Golden State searches for a response.Subscribe to our YouTube for more content!

Angel Reese’s 30-point, 16-rebound performance helped the Atlanta Dream quiet Ballhalla and tie the WNBA Finals at 1–1. Natalie and Greg break down Atlanta’s 79–65 win over the Golden State Valkyries, Rhyne Howard’s defensive impact, and Golden State’s offensive struggles. Plus, the adjustments both teams need for Game 3—and our picks as the series heads to Atlanta.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!
 

Did Golden State take Game 1—or did Atlanta let it slip away? Natalie and Greg break down the Valkyries’ 68–64 win, Gabby Williams’ big night, and the Dream’s fourth-quarter scoring collapse. Plus, Angel Reese’s scoreless second half, Atlanta’s bench usage, and the adjustments the Dream need to make to even the WNBA Finals in Game 2.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!

Is this Golden State’s championship to lose? Natalie and Greg preview the 2026 WNBA Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream, breaking down the matchups, bench depth, and home-court advantage that could decide the series. We discuss Angel Reese’s impact, Gabby Williams’ role, Allisha Gray’s health, and why DeWanna Bonner matters—then make our championship picks. Can Atlanta take the trophy, or will the Valkyries finish the job?Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!

The New York Liberty and Las Vegas Aces were swept out of the WNBA semifinals. What comes next? Natalie and Greg break down three offseason priorities: roster gaps, who stays and who goes, and coaching accountability. Plus, Jackie Young’s free agency, a potential Jewell Loyd trade, and what needs to change under Becky Hammon and Chris DeMarco.
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The Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty are one loss from elimination—and no WNBA team has overcome a 0–2 deficit to win a best-of-five playoff series.
We break down the Atlanta Dream’s overtime win, the Golden State Valkyries’ clutch finish, and what both trailing teams must change in Game 3. From Angel Reese and Jordin Canada to Tiffany Hayes and Gabby Williams, who made the difference—and can New York or Vegas respond at home?

The Aces and Liberty are down 0–1. Is it time to worry? We break down how the Atlanta Dream punished New York’s turnovers and how the Golden State Valkyries dominated Las Vegas on the glass. Plus, the Aces’ injury concerns, Becky Hammon’s blunt reaction, and adjustments each losing team needs for Game 2 of the 2026 WNBA semifinals.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!

Four teams, two Finals spots. We preview the 2026 WNBA semifinals: Can the Valkyries solve A’ja Wilson and the Aces after a 3–0 regular-season sweep? Can Atlanta’s defense overcome the Liberty’s championship experience? We break down key matchups and three ways each team can win. Plus, a quick recap of Dallas’s blown 16-point lead and playoff exit.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!

A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces ended the Indiana Fever’s playoff run. Now what? We break down the Game 3 loss and Indiana’s biggest offseason questions: Stephanie White’s coaching future, Kelsey Mitchell’s free agency, and what needs to change around Caitlin Clark and Aliyah Boston to build a contender.Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more content!