Dream beat Valkyries 80-69 to force Game 7 of WNBA Finals
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Key Points:
- The Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 80-69 in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals, tying the series 3-3 and forcing a decisive Game 7.
- Allisha Gray led the Dream with 23 points, including five 3-pointers, while Rhyne Howard added 21 points, helping Atlanta regain offensive momentum after struggles in previous games.
- Atlanta dominated early with a 32-15 first-quarter lead and maintained strong defense, limiting Golden State to 9 of 34 shooting in the first half.
- The Valkyries attempted a late comeback but were thwarted by Gray’s crucial late 3-pointer, and Golden State guard Tiffany Hayes fouled out with five minutes remaining.
- Game 7 will be played at Golden State on Saturday night, with both teams seeking their first WNBA championship.
