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‘I held my breath’: Veronica Burton’s shot puts the Valkyries one win from the WNBA Finals
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· October 8, 2026
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Key points Tiffany Hayes was a key player, scoring a team-high 21 points. As a result, Golden State has taken a 2-0 series lead.
A recent game has put the Valkyries one win away from the WNBA Finals, thanks to a shot by Veronica Burton. Tiffany Hayes was a key player, scoring a team-high 21 points.
Natalie Nakase also played a crucial role, making critical defensive adjustments that contributed to the team's success. As a result, Golden State has taken a 2-0 series lead.
Further details about the game and the team's performance are available from the source, including the events that led to the Valkyries' current standing and the impact of the players' actions on the game's outcome.
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Category: News Published: October 8, 2026 Source: The San Francisco Standard Reading time: 1 min
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