Atlanta Dream Reach WNBA Finals for First Time Since 2013
The Atlanta Dream have advanced to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013, defeating the Liberty with a decisive performance from players including Angel Reese.
Albany Schenectady Troy, NY, October 9, 2026 — The Atlanta Dream have secured a spot in the WNBA Finals, marking their first appearance in the championship series since 2013. The team advanced after defeating the Liberty in a decisive playoff matchup.
The victory over the Liberty secures the franchise’s return to the WNBA Finals for the first time in over a decade. Their last appearance in the championship series was in 2013.
The team’s path to the finals was highlighted by a decisive performance on the court. Key players contributed significantly to the win against the Liberty, with Angel Reese noted among those delivering strong performances.
Further details regarding the specific game outcomes, player statistics, or the identity of other contributing players were not provided in the summary. The opponent for the WNBA Finals and the schedule for the championship series are also not detailed in the available information.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.news10.com, see more information here.
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