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The Atlanta Dream routed the Golden State Valkyries 97-71 in Game 3 on October 21 to take a 2-1 lead in the WNBA Finals, behind another double-double from Angel Reese. Coverage also highlighted the Dream's Florida training camp during the World Cup break, where forward DeWanna Bonner bonded with new teammates, and spotlighted several Dream players finally getting recognition after years without stardom. The win puts Atlanta one victory from a title as the series shifts back to the Bay Area. ESPN framed the Dream's run as the culmination of roster chemistry built months earlier, while noting several veterans are experiencing their first deep playoff spotlight.