Valkyries and Dream’s Absence During Anthem Draws Social Media Attention
During the WNBA Finals championship series, the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream were absent from the court during the playing of the national anthem, sparking social media discussion.
Wilkes Barre Scranton Hazleton, PA, October 20, 2026 —
During the WNBA Finals championship series, the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream were absent from the court while the national anthem was played, an occurrence that prompted discussion on social media.
The available information does not specify when the teams were absent, whether the circumstances were the same for both teams, or how the social media discussion developed. It also does not provide an explanation from either team or from the league.
Those details leave the reason for the teams’ absence unclear. The information provided does not establish whether the absence was a coordinated action, a response to a particular event, or related to another circumstance. No statements from players, coaches, team officials or league representatives were included.
The discussion took place during the WNBA Finals championship series, but the specific game or games involved were not identified. The available summary also does not describe the volume or tone of online reactions, or indicate whether the teams later addressed the matter.
As a result, the confirmed account is limited to the teams’ absence from the court during the anthem and the resulting social media discussion. Further details about timing, circumstances and any response were not provided.
Story summarized from the original created by DOUG FEINBERG, Associated Press on www.2822news.com, see more information here.
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