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Valkyries Edge Dream in Close Contest

Golden State Valkyries
Golden State Valkyries14-7
88
Atlanta Dream
Atlanta Dream12-9
83

Saturday, July 4, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Gateway Center

Golden State Valkyries 88, Atlanta Dream 83, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Golden State Valkyries vs Atlanta Dream?

Golden State Valkyries beat Atlanta Dream 88-83 at Gateway Center on July 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Golden State Valkyries vs Atlanta Dream?

Atlanta Dream were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 88-83 at the Gateway Center on July 4, 2026. This victory marked the Valkyries' fourth consecutive win and extended their dominance over the Dream, as they have now won all three meetings in the current season. The game was notable not only for its competitive nature but also for the implications it carries in the WNBA standings, with the Valkyries improving their record to 15-7 while the Dream fell to 12-10.

The Atlanta Dream entered this game struggling, having lost their last four matches. Their recent form showed a record of 5-5 over the last ten games, with an average of 89.6 points scored and 88.1 points allowed. In their last five games, they averaged 80.2 points while conceding 85.6. The Dream's home record stood at 2-1 in their last three games, but they faced a tough challenge against a Valkyries team that had been performing well on the road.

Conversely, the Golden State Valkyries were riding a wave of momentum, winning seven of their last ten games and averaging 79.0 points scored while allowing just 75.6 points. They had a strong home record of 6-1 and were 1-2 in their last three away games before this match. Their recent success included a win against the New York Liberty just days prior, which contributed to their current winning streak.

In terms of previous encounters, the Valkyries had bested the Dream in their last two meetings prior to this game, winning 78-75 and 77-66. This history of success against Atlanta added to the pressure on the Dream to turn their fortunes around in front of their home crowd.

Injury concerns also played a role in the matchup. The Dream were without Brionna Jones due to a leg injury, which impacted their lineup. The Valkyries faced a more significant challenge, missing several key players: Cecilia Zandalasini, Janelle Salaun, Gabby Williams, and Iliana Rupert were all out for reasons not related to injury. This left the Valkyries with a thinner roster but did not seem to hinder their performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Dream favored by 5.5 points at the start of the game, with a total set at 162.5 points. The odds reflected the Dream's home advantage but did not account for their recent struggles or the Valkyries' current form.

Conditions for the game were typical for a summer evening in Atlanta, which likely contributed to the energy in the arena. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams displaying high levels of intensity.

As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. Rhyne Howard of the Dream made a crucial driving layup in the fourth quarter, bringing the score to 82-79. However, the Valkyries responded with a series of free throws from Veronica Burton and Kaila Charles, extending their lead. Howard's subsequent three-point jumper narrowed the gap to 86-83, but it was not enough to overcome the Valkyries' lead as they held on for the victory.

Overall, the game showcased the Valkyries' resilience and ability to capitalize on their opportunities, while the Dream continued to search for answers to their recent slump. The matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the WNBA, where each game can dramatically impact standings and team morale.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsATL -5.5 162.5 o -115 / u -105 Golden State Valkyries +160 · Atlanta Dream -192

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Injury report

  • Brionna JonesOutLegAtlanta Dream
  • Cecilia ZandalasiniOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
  • Janelle SalaunOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
  • Gabby WilliamsOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
  • Iliana RupertOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries

Leaders

  • PointsAllisha Gray22Atlanta Dream
  • AssistsJordin Canada8Atlanta Dream
  • ReboundsAngel Reese13Atlanta Dream
  • PointsVeronica Burton21Golden State Valkyries
  • AssistsKaila Charles5Golden State Valkyries
  • ReboundsKaila Charles8Golden State Valkyries

Recent form

Atlanta Dream

Last 10: 5-5Streak L489.6 scored · 88.1 allowed per game2-1 at home

  • L76-81at Washington MysticsJul 2
  • L90-105at Seattle StormJun 28
  • L75-78at Golden State ValkyriesJun 27
  • L66-77at Golden State ValkyriesJun 25
  • W94-87vs Toronto TempoJun 22
  • W113-96vs Indiana FeverJun 20
  • W108-101at Indiana FeverJun 18
  • W102-77at Toronto TempoJun 14
  • L90-104vs New York LibertyJun 11
  • W82-75at Chicago SkyJun 9

Golden State Valkyries

Last 10: 7-3Streak W379 scored · 75.6 allowed per game1-2 away

  • W76-67vs New York LibertyJun 28
  • W78-75vs Atlanta DreamJun 27
  • W77-66vs Atlanta DreamJun 25
  • L73-92at Las Vegas AcesJun 21
  • L75-81vs Minnesota LynxJun 20
  • W91-80vs Dallas WingsJun 18
  • W78-58vs Los Angeles SparksJun 16
  • W76-72at Seattle StormJun 13
  • W87-81vs Phoenix MercuryJun 10
  • L79-84at Las Vegas AcesJun 6

Standings

TeamGames behindLostStreakWin %Won
Minnesota-9L2.77531
Golden State211W4.72529
Las Vegas413W3.67527
Dallas716W4.60024
Portland1524L1.40016
Los Angeles1625W2.37515
Phoenix1726W1.35014
Seattle2332L1.2008
Atlanta-14W1.65026
Indiana-14W2.65026
New York216W1.60024
Washington216L1.60024
Chicago1125L3.37515
Toronto1529L4.27511
Connecticut1630L3.25010

Box score

StatGolden State ValkyriesAtlanta Dream
Field goals31-6726-66
Field goal %4639
Three-pointers13-348-26
Three-point %3831
Free throws13-1723-33
Free throw %7670
Rebounds3037
Offensive rebounds812
Defensive rebounds2225
Assists1918
Steals156
Blocks41
Turnovers1417
Team turnovers10
Technical fouls11
Technical fouls, total11
Flagrant fouls10
Points off turnovers1323
Fast-break points910
Points in the paint3436
Fouls2820
Largest lead105
Lead changes2222
Time in front5132

How the scoring went

  1. 3rd Quarter55-54Madina Okot makes layup (Jordin Canada assists)
  2. 3rd Quarter55-55Madina Okot makes free throw 1 of 1
  3. 3rd Quarter55-57Madina Okot makes running layup (Jordin Canada assists)
  4. 3rd Quarter55-58Madina Okot makes free throw 1 of 2
  5. 3rd Quarter55-59Madina Okot makes free throw 2 of 2
  6. 3rd Quarter57-59Kaila Charles makes running layup
  7. 4th Quarter57-61Allisha Gray makes driving layup (Jordin Canada assists)
  8. 4th Quarter57-62Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 1
  9. 4th Quarter59-62Kaitlyn Chen makes 1-foot layup (Kaila Charles assists)
  10. 4th Quarter62-62Tiffany Hayes makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kiah Stokes assists)
  11. 4th Quarter64-62Kaitlyn Chen makes 2-foot layup (Kaila Charles assists)
  12. 4th Quarter64-64Allisha Gray makes 14-foot driving floating jump shot (Naz Hillmon assists)
  13. 4th Quarter64-65Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 1
  14. 4th Quarter64-66Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
  15. 4th Quarter66-66Kiah Stokes makes tip shot
  16. 4th Quarter66-67Angel Reese makes free throw 2 of 2
  17. 4th Quarter69-67Janelle Salaun makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gabby Williams assists)
  18. 4th Quarter69-68Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 4th Quarter69-69Rhyne Howard makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 4th Quarter69-70Rhyne Howard makes free throw 2 of 2
  21. 4th Quarter72-70Veronica Burton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kaila Charles assists)
  22. 4th Quarter72-71Allisha Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
  23. 4th Quarter72-72Allisha Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 4th Quarter74-72Veronica Burton makes driving layup
  25. 4th Quarter74-74Angel Reese makes 2-foot layup (Allisha Gray assists)
  26. 4th Quarter74-75Angel Reese makes free throw 1 of 1
  27. 4th Quarter74-76Angel Reese makes free throw 1 of 2
  28. 4th Quarter74-77Angel Reese makes free throw 2 of 2
  29. 4th Quarter76-77Gabby Williams makes driving layup
  30. 4th Quarter77-77Gabby Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
  31. 4th Quarter79-77Veronica Burton makes 2-foot layup (Kaila Charles assists)
  32. 4th Quarter82-77Kaila Charles makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gabby Williams assists)
  33. 4th Quarter82-79Rhyne Howard makes driving layup (Jordin Canada assists)
  34. 4th Quarter82-80Rhyne Howard makes free throw 1 of 1
  35. 4th Quarter84-80Gabby Williams makes 9-foot two point shot
  36. 4th Quarter85-80Veronica Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 4th Quarter86-80Veronica Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 4th Quarter86-83Rhyne Howard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordin Canada assists)
  39. 4th Quarter87-83Kaila Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 4th Quarter88-83Kaila Charles makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Atlanta Dream, below favours Golden State Valkyries.

Venue

  • Gateway CenterCollege Park, GA
  • Attendance3596
  • OfficialsRandy Richardson, Ryan Sassano, Sarah Williams

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