Valkyries Claim Game 1 Victory Over Aces in Semifinals

WHO:

Sportskeeda - A'ja Wilson was spotted smiling on the Aces bench despite the loss.

NY Post - Gabby Williams, Kiah Stokes, A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray, Valkyries, Aces

Sportskeeda - Becky Hammon

WHAT:

Sportskeeda - The Aces suffered a shocking loss to the Valkyries during Game 1 of their semifinals matchup.

NY Post - The Valkyries won Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals by defeating the Aces 71-60.

Sportskeeda - The Aces suffered a defeat in Game 1 of the second round of the postseason.

WHERE:

NY Post - San Francisco

WHEN:

NY Post - The game took place on Sunday.

WHY:

Sportskeeda - Fans expressed their frustration over A'ja Wilson's demeanor during the game, indicating that "people were mad when Paige and Arike did this."

Sportskeeda - Becky Hammon expressed dissatisfaction with the Aces' performance, stating, "We played like a."

HOW:

NY Post - Gabby Williams contributed 25 points, 11 rebounds, and five assists; Kiah Stokes added 14 rebounds and three blocked shots; A'ja Wilson scored 24 points; Chelsea Gray contributed 16 points.

(UPDATED October 5, 2026 05:26 UTC)

The Aces faced a surprising defeat against the Valkyries in Game 1 of their semifinals matchup, leaving fans disappointed. Despite the loss, A'ja Wilson was seen smiling on the bench, which sparked frustration among supporters who felt her demeanor was inappropriate given the circumstances. Many fans voiced their displeasure, recalling similar reactions when Paige and Arike displayed similar attitudes during tough moments.

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(UPDATED October 5, 2026 03:10 UTC)

In a thrilling Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals, the Valkyries triumphed over the Aces with a score of seventy-one to sixty in San Francisco. Gabby Williams led the charge with an impressive twenty-five points, eleven rebounds, and five assists, while A'ja Wilson added twenty-four points and Chelsea Gray chipped in with sixteen. Following the loss, Aces coach Becky Hammon expressed her frustration with the team's performance, stating, "We played like a."