The Golden State Valkyries edged closer to securing a WNBA championship on Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, with a stellar performance against the Atlanta Dream. The Valkyries were able to register a 64-55 win over the Dream in WNBA Finals Game 5.
Kiah Stokes and Veronica Burton both contributed 13 points, while Tiffany Hayes added 12 for the home team. However, Golden State excelled at the opposite end of the court, limiting the Dream to just 29 percent shooting and causing 15 turnovers on their way to a 64-55 win. The Valkyries now have a chance to secure their first title on Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, when they play Atlanta Dream in State Farm Arena.
However, many believe Atlanta will also have to live up to their rivals' star power by bringing in a popular celebrity at their game, after Zendaya showed up at Game 5. Zendaya was seen wearing a Valkyries T-shirt over her top and cheering from the crowd. The Euphoria star also linked up with the Valkyries after their winning performance. She posed for pictures with the team that is now very close to securing their first title. Later, the pictures were uploaded to social media.
Article Continues BelowZendaya with the Golden State Valkyries & crew. pic.twitter.com/NgEdvXJhLI
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Zendaya was born and raised in Oakland, California, and has been a fan of the Valkyries for years now. She has also been spotted at the Golden State Warriors games in the past. In addition to her Game 5 appearance, Zendaya and her partner, Tom Holland, have also been spotted at several big sporting events in the past.
Other than Zendaya, E-40, Megan Rapinoe, and Chris Paul were also present at the game, catching the action. As of now, it is unknown whether Zendaya will fly across the nation to attend the Valkyries next game in Atlanta.