Atlanta Dream Reach WNBA Finals for First Time Since 2013
The Atlanta Dream, with contributions from Reese and Howard, have advanced to the WNBA Finals for the first time since 2013 after completing a sweep against the New York Liberty.
Greenville New Bern Washington, NC, 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 completing a decisive sweep against the New York Liberty.
Contributions from key players, including Reese and Howard, were instrumental in the Dream’s successful playoff run. The team’s performance against the Liberty culminated in a series sweep, a significant achievement that propels them to the league’s final stage.
This advancement represents a notable resurgence for the franchise, ending a decade-long drought since their last WNBA Finals appearance in 2013. The exact details of the series outcomes, including specific game scores or individual player statistics beyond their involvement, were not provided in the summary.
The Atlanta Dream now look ahead to the WNBA Finals, where they will compete for the championship title. Further details regarding their opponent and the schedule for the Finals will be determined based on ongoing playoff series.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.wnct.com, see more information here.
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