The Golden State Valkyries picked the perfect time to get their first win over the Las Vegas Aces, taking Game 1 of the WNBA Semifinals 71-60.
Chiney Ogwumike and Ashanti Plummer break down how Golden State dominated the glass with a 52-25 rebounding advantage, why Kia Stokes was so effective against A’ja Wilson, and how Gabby Williams continued to emerge as the Valkyries’ superstar with 25 points, 11 rebounds and five assists.
Plus, Chiney looks ahead to the adjustments Becky Hammon and the Aces may need to make in Game 2 as fatigue, depth and Golden State’s three-point-heavy style become major factors in the series.
0:00 Valkyries stun Aces in Game 1
1:21 Golden State dominates the glass
2:41 Kia Stokes locks up A’ja Wilson
8:20 Gabby Williams takes over
9:54 How the Aces can adjust in Game 2
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