Valkyries and Dream’s Absence During Anthem Draws Social Media Discussion
During the WNBA Finals, the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream were absent from the court during the national anthem, causing discussion on social media.
Elmira, NY, October 20, 2026 —
The Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream were absent from the court during the national anthem at some point during the WNBA Finals, according to the information available. Their absence prompted discussion on social media.
The account provided does not identify the game or date, explain whether both teams were absent at the same time, or describe the circumstances. It also does not say why the teams were not on the court. No statements from either team, league representatives or players were included.
The social media discussion is noted in the summary, but it does not identify specific posts, explain the range of reactions or indicate how widespread the conversation was. As a result, the nature of the discussion cannot be established from the available information.
The details also do not clarify whether the teams’ absence was planned or whether it was connected to any particular event or message. No conclusion about intent or meaning can be drawn from the reported absence alone.
Further specifics—including the game, timing, reason for the absence and any response from the teams or league—were not provided. The known account is limited to the teams’ absence during the anthem and the resulting social media discussion.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.mytwintiers.com, see more information here.
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