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The Golden State Valkyries stifled the Atlanta Dream to level the WNBA Finals 2-2, but a scheduling clash with the Hawks has thrown Game 6's venue into doubt.
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Gabby Williams poured in 17 points as the Golden State Valkyries locked down the Atlanta Dream to square the best-of-seven WNBA Finals at 2-2. The defensive display was ruthless, holding Dream star Angel Reese to just eight points - a dramatic fall from her earlier average of 25.5 points and 14 rebounds.
Atlanta clawed back from a 16-point halftime deficit to close within six at 61-55 in the fourth quarter, whipping the home crowd into a frenzy. But Veronica Burton's timely three-pointer snuffed out the comeback and kept the Valkyries in control.
Kiah Stokes anchored the defence with three blocks, taking her Finals total to a record 14. Golden State's improved rebounding and reduced turnovers proved decisive after earlier lapses had gifted Atlanta easy scoring opportunities.
Coach Natalie Nakase's decision to insert Tiffany Hayes and Kaila Charles into the starting five sparked a dominant first half that ultimately proved the difference.
While the on-court drama is gripping, the league faces a logistical mess. Game 6 is currently slated for Gateway Center Arena - the WNBA's smallest venue - because the Hawks have a home fixture at State Farm Arena on the same night.
Hawks CEO Steve Koonin has indicated that several alternative dates have been offered, but the league must now broker a solution that works for both teams and broadcasting partners. The most straightforward fix would involve shifting both Game 6 and a potential Game 7 to avoid back-to-back scheduling.
Time is ticking for a resolution.
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