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Valkyries Star Left Down After Angel Reese Collision as Controversial No-Call Ignites Chase Center

The Golden State Valkyries secured a 68-64 victory over the Atlanta Dream in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals, marking the Dream's first playoff upset after they had previously swept their semifinal series. The game was defined by intense fan reactions to a controversial non-call in the second half, when Angel Reese's attempt to block a shot from Veronica Burton resulted in contact to Burton's face without a whistle being blown.

Replays of the incident, along with a prior physical play involving Gabby Williams, sparked chants against the officials from the home crowd. Gabby Williams led the Valkyries with 26 points, while Reese finished with 14 points and a game-high 12 rebounds for Atlanta.

The series continues on Monday as the Valkyries seek a 2-0 lead in front of their home fans.

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