Valkyries drop Game 2 as Dream tie series

The Atlanta Dream defeated the Golden State Valkyries 79-65 on Monday night in Game 2 of the WNBA Finals, leveling the best-of-seven series at 1-1. Atlanta pulled away decisively during a dominant third quarter, mounting a 15-2 run that was capped by Jordin Canada's buzzer-beating half-court shot to build a double-digit lead that Golden State could not overcome.

Angel Reese led the Dream with a game-high 30 points and 16 rebounds, while Canada contributed 13 points and 10 assists. Gabby Williams and Tiffany Hayes scored 14 points each for Golden State, but the Valkyries struggled with 18 turnovers and were outscored 19-0 on fastbreak points. The series moves to Atlanta for Game 3 on Wednesday.