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Williams scores 25 points as Valkyries beat Wings 91-80 for fourth straight win

Gabby Williams scored 25 points and Kaitlyn Chen added 15 off the bench as the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Dallas Wings 91-80 on Wednesday for their fourth consecutive victory. Dallas struggled in the second quarter after a strong start, while Golden State's bench contributed 43 points to the winning effort.

Quick Facts
Who
Gabby Williams
What
Golden State Valkyries defeated Dallas Wings
When
Wednesday night
Where
San Francisco
- Golden State Valkyries defeated Dallas Wings
- Valkyries extended winning streak to four games
- Chen provided game plan insight on former UConn teammates
- Burton and Bueckers collided going for loose ball
- Dallas shot poorly in second quarter after strong first quarter start
The Golden State Valkyries extended their winning streak to four games with a 91-80 victory over the Dallas Wings on Wednesday night at San Francisco. Gabby Williams led the scoring with 25 points, while Kaitlyn Chen contributed 15 points off the bench in a matchup that featured former University of Connecticut teammates facing off. Chen, who shot 7 of 10 from the field, provided valuable insight to coach Natalie Nakase on her former college teammates Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd before the game.
Dallas started strong, shooting 11 of 17 in the first quarter to build a 26-17 lead, but a cold second quarter proved costly. The Wings managed just 2 of 15 shooting in the second quarter, including 1 of 6 from three-point range, falling behind 44-33 at halftime. Arike Ogunbowale led Dallas with 21 points, while Jessica Shepard contributed 14 points and 10 rebounds after a perfect 5-of-5 shooting night in the first quarter. Bueckers and Fudd, a first-year guard, both struggled offensively, with Bueckers shooting 5 of 13 for 15 points and 8 assists, and Fudd converting just 4 of 13 attempts for 10 points.
Golden State's bench was a major factor in the victory, combining for 43 points with contributions from Veronica Burton (11 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists), Janelle Salaun (12 points), Kayla Thornton (11 rebounds), and Tiffany Hayes (10 points). A notable moment occurred with 58.1 seconds remaining when Burton and Bueckers collided hard going for a loose ball but both were able to continue playing.
The result came one day after Dallas dominated the defending WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces 96-66, demonstrating the Wings' inconsistency. Fudd made her first professional visit to Chase Center, home of her friend Stephen Curry, who has supported her through rehabilitation from right knee surgery and whose brand she joined in November 2021.
Looking ahead, the Valkyries will host Minnesota on Friday night, while the Wings travel to Chicago on Saturday.
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Why This Matters
Golden State’s fourth straight win signals real momentum in the WNBA standings and shows the team can win with balanced scoring rather than relying on one star. For Dallas, the second-quarter collapse highlights an inconsistency problem that can affect playoff positioning and should shape how the team manages rotations, shooting spacing, and late-game execution going forward.
Timeline & Sources
Nov 1, 2025
WireAzzi Fudd joined Stephen Curry's brand
Jun 16, 2026
WireDallas Wings defeated Las Vegas Aces 96-66; Golden State Valkyries defeated Los Angeles 78-58
Jun 18, 2026
WireGolden State Valkyries defeated Dallas Wings 91-80; Veronica Burton and Paige Bueckers collided with 58.1 seconds remaining
Jun 20, 2026
WireGolden State Valkyries host Minnesota; Dallas Wings host Chicago