College careers of Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries players in the WNBA Finals

The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries are set to face off in the 2026 WNBA Finals, with Game 1 scheduled for Saturday, October 17. The Golden State Valkyries, who joined the WNBA in 2023, are making their first Finals appearance and have become the quickest expansion team to reach the WNBA Finals in league history. The Atlanta Dream are making their first Finals appearance in 13 years and are seeking their first-ever WNBA championship.