Izzy Borlase debuts in WNBA Finals as Dream fall to Valkyries
Australian basketball player Izzy Borlase played her first WNBA Finals game as Atlanta Dream lost 68-64 to Golden State Valkyries in Game 1 of their best-of-seven series.
Borlase, 22, came off the bench in her Finals debut and registered four points, two rebounds, one assist and a block in the opening game at San Francisco's Chase Centre. The Valkyries controlled the game with their strong defence, with Gabby Williams scoring 26 points to lead Golden State.
Atlanta's Angel Reese had a double-double with 14 points and 12 rebounds. Fellow Australian Miela Sowah did not play for the Valkyries.
The Dream are chasing their first WNBA championship, while Golden State is trying to win the title in just their second season.
- 22 years old
- Borlase age
- Golden State 68, Atlanta 64
- Game 1 score
- 26 points
- Gabby Williams points
- Chase Centre, San Francisco
- Venue
Why it mattersAn Australian player reaching the WNBA's biggest stage represents a major milestone for Australian basketball on the world's premier women's league.
AustraliaAustralian basketball fans can follow Borlase in the WNBA Finals, a rare opportunity to see a homegrown player compete at the highest level of the league.
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