Gabby Williams etched her name into WNBA history by surpassing A’ja Wilson’s all-time Finals scoring record during the Golden State Valkyries’ 68-63 Game 7 victory. The 30-year-old guard finished the decisive matchup with 30 points, including a Finals-record 28 in the second half, to secure the franchise’s first championship. Williams accumulated 137 points across the seven-game series, shattering the previous benchmark of 114 points set by Wilson during Las Vegas Aces’ 2025 title run. Her performance transformed a low-scoring affair into a historic milestone as the Valkyries overcame a first-half deficit to claim the trophy.
Golden State Valkyries star drops series-record 137 points to cement legacy in Game 7 victory
The statistical dominance extended beyond raw scoring, as Williams averaged 19.6 points, 3.6 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 2.6 steals per game throughout the postseason run. Her ability to control the pace was pivotal in the final game, where the Valkyries trailed by up to six points at halftime. Williams heeded head coach Natalie Nakase’s instructions to remain patient early on before unleashing a 15-point third-quarter surge that shifted momentum decisively in Golden State’s favor. This balanced offensive and defensive output underscored her status as the series’ undisputed engine.
Post-game, Williams reflected on the strategic discipline required to break the record, noting, “I love moments like this. [Coach] Natalie [Nakase] told me to be patient in the first half. I listened to her.” The victory marks a landmark moment for the Valkyries, who will likely be credited with breaking numerous additional WNBA records en route to their first title. As the dust settles on the 2025 season, Williams’ 137-point Finals total stands as a new standard for excellence in the league’s most prestigious competition.
Source: Yahoo Sports
