Is this Angel Reese's last chance to step up? Can Kiah Stokes lead the Valkyries to their first championship? + Latest officiating drama Wed, October 28, 2026 at 7:12 PM UTC · 1 min read About Our Ads Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Caroline Fenton · Cassandra Negley Hoops 360 host Caroline Fenton and women's basketball writer Cassandra Negley break down the Golden State Valkyries' back-to-back wins in Games 4 and 5 to take a 3-2 series lead. They spotlight Kiah Stokes' impact on both ends of the floor and Natalie Nakase's savvy decision to shake up the starting lineup.
Plus, Angel Reese weighs in on officiating, and the duo discusses why the conversation needs to shift back to the game itself. Then, they preview Game 6 of the WNBA Finals: What will it take for the Atlanta Dream to force a Game 7, and could the Valkyries make history by winning a championship in just their second season?
01:17 - Why Kiah Stokes was vital in Game 5 win
06:10 - Natalie Nakase's lineup change was a game changer
08:33 - How impactful have turnovers and possessions been in this series?
11:55 - How have vibes shifted from team to team throughout the series?
17:20 - Should officiating be as big of a topic right now?
28:23 - How can Atlanta force Game 7 and how can the Valkyries steal Game 6 to win it all?
35:15 - Biggest positive takeaway from covering this series?
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