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Dream forward Allisha Gray expected to play in Game 1 of WNBA Finals against Valkyries – WTOP News

  • Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko expressed optimism on Saturday that forward Allisha Gray will return from a finger injury to play in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals against the Golden State Valkyries.
  • Gray participated in light practice Friday after missing the last two games of Atlanta's semifinal sweep against the New York Liberty due to an injured left ring finger on her shooting hand.
  • The Golden State Valkyries have sold out every game at Chase Center during their two years of existence, with the raucous, violet-crazed 'Ballhalla' home crowd deafening throughout the postseason.
  • "Everything's trending in the right direction," Smesko said, adding he does not anticipate any restrictions for Gray during the best-of-seven series if she is cleared to play.
  • As the top two defensive teams in the league face off, Smesko acknowledged the challenge of the hostile environment, stating, "We understand what we're in for.
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Dream forward Allisha Gray expected to play in Game 1 of WNBA Finals against Valkyries

SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Atlanta Dream coach Karl Smesko was optimistic forward Allisha Gray would return from a finger injury to play in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Saturday against the Golden State Valkyries.

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Owensboro Messenger-Inquirer broke the news on Saturday, October 17, 2026.
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