Atlanta Dream Secure WNBA Finals Berth, First Since 2013

Minot Bismarck Dickinson, ND, October 9, 2026 — The Atlanta Dream has secured a spot in the WNBA Finals, marking their first appearance in the championship series since 2013. The team achieved this milestone by sweeping the New York Liberty in their playoff series.

Key players Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard were instrumental in the Dream’s dominant performance against the Liberty. The series concluded with the Dream advancing, while the New York Liberty were eliminated from contention.

This victory represents a significant achievement for the Atlanta Dream franchise, returning them to the WNBA Finals stage for the first time in over a decade. The specific details regarding the dates and outcomes of the games in the series were not provided in the summary.

The team’s success is highlighted by the contributions of its leading players, including Angel Reese and Rhyne Howard, who are central figures in the Dream’s playoff run. Further details about their individual statistics or specific game moments were not available in the provided summary.

Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.kxnet.com, see more information here.

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