Golden State Valkyries Edge Las Vegas Aces in Close Semifinal Clash
The Golden State Valkyries secured an 83-81 victory over the Las Vegas Aces in a WNBA semifinal game, with Veronica Burton's late 3-pointer and free throws sealing the win and giving the Valkyries a 2-0 series lead.
Topeka, KS, October 7, 2026 —
The Golden State Valkyries have taken a commanding 2-0 lead in their WNBA semifinal series against the Las Vegas Aces following an 83-81 victory. The decisive game was sealed in the final moments by guard Veronica Burton, whose crucial plays secured the narrow win for the Valkyries.
Burton’s performance in the closing stages proved pivotal. With the score tight, she connected on a significant 3-point shot that helped push the Valkyries ahead. Following this, she successfully converted free throws, extending their lead and ultimately clinching the hard-fought victory. The final score reflected a tightly contested matchup between the two teams.
The win places the Golden State Valkyries in a strong position as they advance in the postseason, holding a 2-0 advantage in the best-of-five series. The Las Vegas Aces will now face an uphill battle as they look to rebound and even the series in their upcoming games. Further details regarding the specific timeline of Burton’s late-game heroics and other significant game statistics were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by JANIE McCAULEY, Associated Press on www.ksnt.com, see more information here.
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