The Golden State Valkyries clinched a playoff berth Monday night by defeating the Dallas Wings 78-70, extending their winning streak to six games. Gabby Williams led the effort with 23 points and seven rebounds, while Veronica Burton contributed 16 points and five assists. The victory marked Golden State's 25th win of the season, surpassing last year's total by two games.
Golden State's second-quarter surge proved decisive. The Valkyries scored an 11-0 run to close the first half, building a 44-28 lead. Tiffany Hayes hit a half-court three-pointer at the buzzer to end the opening quarter. Golden State finished 12 for 36 from three-point range.
Dallas kept the game competitive behind Paige Bueckers' 21 points and Arike Ogunbowale's 17, but could not overcome an early deficit. The Wings have lost five of their last six games. Golden State hosts Minnesota on Wednesday, while Dallas plays Indiana on Thursday night.
