Sports · October 24, 2026
Angel Reese Accepts Responsibility for Dream’s Game 4 Loss to Valkyries
The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Atlanta Dream 67-62 in Game 4 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, leveling the best-of-seven series at 2-2. The victory followed a dominant Game 3 performance by Atlanta, with Golden State reclaiming home-court advantage as the series moves back to San Francisco for Game 5. Dream star Angel Reese, who had recorded double-doubles in the first three games, struggled in Game 4, finishing with eight points and nine rebounds on 2-for-12 shooting while committing six turnovers. After the game, Reese accepted responsibility for the loss, citing rushed shots and poor finishing. Golden State's Gabby Williams led all scorers with 17 points, helping her team capitalize on 18 Atlanta turnovers.
Read the original coverage
- Fox NewsMainstream
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Angel Reese accepts responsibility for Dream’s Game 4 loss to Valkyries
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Reported by multiple outlets
- The Golden State Valkyries won Game 4 of the WNBA Finals 67-62.
- The best-of-seven series is tied at 2-2.
- Angel Reese scored eight points on 2-of-12 shooting and had six turnovers.
- Gabby Williams scored 17 points for the Valkyries.
- Atlanta committed 18 turnovers during the game.
- Game 5 will be held in San Francisco.
Reported by only some outlets
- Angel Reese made comments on Friday about 'messing up' the Valkyries' confidence (Fox News).
- Both teams left the floor for the national anthem for the fourth consecutive game (Fox News).
- The 2026 WNBA salary cap increased to $7 million (CBS Sports).
- Atlanta led by no more than five points throughout the game (Newsweek).
- Golden State led by as many as 16 points before an Atlanta rally (The Guardian).
Confirmed
- Valkyries won Game 4 67-62 to tie the series 2-2.
- Angel Reese shot 2-of-12 and scored 8 points.
- Gabby Williams scored 17 points.
- The game took place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Reported
- Angel Reese said she 'rushed a lot of shots' and failed to finish around the basket. (Newsweek)
- The salary cap for the 2026 season is $7 million. (CBS Sports)
Political angle
Right: Fox News highlights the teams' absence from the court during the national anthem and contrasts Reese's 'bold' pre-game comments with her poor performance.
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