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Dream vs Valkyries prediction, props: Tiffany Hayes to shine in WNBA Finals Game 7

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Svoboda, D. (2026, October 31). Dream vs Valkyries prediction, props: Tiffany Hayes to shine in WNBA Finals Game 7. New York Post. https://nypost.com/2026/10/31/betting/dream-vs-valkyries-game-7-prediction-wnba-finals-picks-odds-props/

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The Golden State Valkyries face off against the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday. Coach Natalie Nakase's decision to start veteran guard Tiffany Hayes has been crucial, as her contributions helped the Valkyries win two consecutive games after falling behind 2-1. Despite a recent loss, Hayes continues to be a key player with an average of 13 points per game in the finals and improved shooting efficiency at 49.1% over the last five games.

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The Golden State Valkyries won their first WNBA championship with a 68-63 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 7 of the Finals on November 1, 2026, in San Francisco. Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 30 points, 4 blocks, and 3 steals. The series was the first in league history to go seven games. Angel Reese from the Dream scored 15 points and grabbed 14 rebounds but her team fell short of winning their first title. Despite the loss, Reese remains optimistic about future championships under head coach Karl.

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The Golden State Valkyries will have a chance to win their first WNBA championship Saturday when they host the Atlanta Dream in Game 7. asserted

they → have → Game

One of the biggest decisions of the series by Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase could play an important role in determining the outcome in this winner-take-all contest. uncertain

One → play → contest

After Golden State fell behind 2-1 in the series, Nakase put veteran guard Tiffany Hayes into the starting lineup for Game 4, hoping to provide a boost to her struggling offense. Dream vs. Valkyries prediction, best bet The move paid off immediately, with two straight wins to move within one victory of a championship thanks to the punch Hayes provided before the Game 6 loss. asserted

Hayes → fall → loss

Hayes has remained a starter since, scoring 13, 12 and 15 points in those three games, respectively. asserted

Hayes → remain → games

Her increased role is particularly significant considering her regular-season production. asserted

role → increase → production

Hayes has seen a big increase in playing time during the Finals, averaging 26 minutes per game compared with just 17 during the regular season. asserted

Hayes → see → season

She’s logged at least 24 minutes in all six games of the series, and has stayed consistent even with more time on the court as well. asserted

She → log → court

After a rough Game 1, when she went just 1-for-12, Hayes has found her shooting touch. asserted

Hayes → go → touch

The 37-year-old has shot 49.1 percent over the past five games. asserted

old → shoot → games

Golden State has struggled offensively throughout the series, averaging just 67.3 points per game against a tough Dream defense, making Hayes’ production particularly valuable in what should be an all-out battle in San Francisco. asserted

what → struggle → Francisco

With a championship on the line against the franchise she spent a decade with, Hayes should continue to have opportunities as a secondary scoring option alongside Gabby Williams. asserted

Hayes → spend → Williams

The play: Tiffany Hayes Over 11.5 points (-130, DraftKings Sportsbook) Why Trust New York Post Betting Dylan Svoboda is a versatile writer and analyst across many sports. asserted

Svoboda → trust → sports

He’s particularly knowledgeable about the big three — MLB, the NFL and the NBA. asserted

He → ’ → three

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