The Golden State Valkyries are the 2026 WNBA champions, and Kaila Charles shared a message for fans on social media, but one Angel Reese fan was unimpressed. The Atlanta Dream forward played an intense final series, and she had several heated moments on the court.

Indiana Fever forward Monique Billings had a message for former Golden State Valkyries teammate Kaila Charles following the Valks' WNBA championship.

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Yahoo Sports’ Caroline Fenton and women’s basketball writer Cassandra Negley discuss the benefits of Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase switching up their starting lineup. Catch the full conversation on the “Hoops 360” podcast, and subscribe on Apple podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you listen.

Angel Reese and the Atlanta Dream had the crowd behind them and the momentum on their side, but the Golden State Valkyries had other plans. With the Finals series on the line, head coach Natalie Nakase made a small change to her starting lineup, bringing in Kaila Charles and Tiffany Hayes.

Zena and Annie break down the Golden State Valkyries’ huge Game 4 win over the Atlanta Dream to even the WNBA Finals at 2–2! After making key changes to their starting lineup, the Valkyries got back to their defensive identity, forcing 17 turnovers and finding a way to steal a win on the road. With the series tied, the momentum is up for grabs! Zena and Annie look ahead to a pivotal Game 5 back at Ballhalla and share their predictions for what’s next in this Finals showdown. REFERENCES: Valkyries switch things up, grind out Game 4 win to even WNBA Finals with Dream by Sabreena Merchant

Sets appeared to be the fashion statement for Game 4 of the WNBA Finals. Angel Reese went schoolgirl chic and Te-Hina Paopao was red hot.