Golden State takes control of the WNBA Finals after shutting down the Atlanta Dream and holding them to a season-low 55 points!

Tacarra and Coach Chynna break down Golden State's dominant defensive performance, Veronica Burton's incredible all-around game, and why Atlanta is running out of answers heading into a must-win Game 6.

GOLDEN STATE'S DEFENSE IS THE DIFFERENCE

Golden State held Atlanta to just 19-of-65 shooting from the field and 23% from three-point range. The Valkyries controlled the tempo, played disciplined defense, and proved they don't need one superstar to take over a game.

VERONICA BURTON STEPS UP

Veronica Burton delivered 13 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and a season-high 4 blocks! Her leadership, defensive presence, and ability to control the pace were critical to Golden State's victory.

ANGEL REESE NEEDS HELP!

Angel Reese finished with 7 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 assists as Golden State made it difficult for her to find scoring opportunities.

But where was Atlanta's supporting cast?

Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard must step up offensively if the Dream want to keep their championship hopes alive. Atlanta's bench contributed just FOUR points in the loss.

WIN OR GO HOME FOR ATLANTA!

With Thursday's elimination game approaching, can Atlanta make the necessary adjustments, or will Golden State finish the job?

️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – Welcome to The Mid Majors | Road to 10K
0:42 – Atlanta's historically bad shooting night
1:15 – Golden State wins with balanced scoring
1:18 – Veronica Burton's incredible performance
2:48 – Golden State shuts down Angel Reese
4:08 – Allisha Gray and Rhyne Howard must step up
6:12 – Golden State wins by committee
7:24 – Atlanta's bench scores only FOUR points
9:02 – Veronica Burton controls the tempo
10:14 – Golden State's defensive game plan
11:35 – Game 6 predictions: Can Atlanta survive?

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The WNBA All-WNBA First and Second Teams have officially been announced, and did the league get it right? Tacarra from The Mid Majors reacts to the selections, compares them to her predictions with Courtney, and debates who deserved First Team honors, who belonged on Second Team, and who may have been snubbed.

From Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese, A'ja Wilson, Paige Bueckers, Kelsey Mitchell, Breanna Stewart, Jackie Young, and Allisha Gray, we're breaking down the biggest debates surrounding the All-WNBA selections.

In This Episode:

• Why did the WNBA announce its All-WNBA teams just minutes before a game?
• Caitlin Clark's case for First Team All-WNBA
• Angel Reese vs. Breanna Stewart: Who deserved the higher ranking?
• Paige Bueckers, Jackie Young, and the Second Team debate
• Rhyne Howard vs. Allisha Gray
• How accurate were Tacarra and Courtney's original predictions?
• Did the WNBA get its selections right?

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00:00 WNBA All-WNBA Announcement Controversy
01:20 Our All-WNBA First Team Predictions
02:17 Angel Reese vs. Breanna Stewart Debate
03:04 Caitlin Clark, Olivia Miles & First Team Picks
03:54 All-WNBA Second Team Reactions
04:45 Jackie Young: First Team or Second Team?
05:38 Revisiting Our All-WNBA Predictions
06:24 Courtney's Second Team Picks
07:18 Rhyne Howard vs. Allisha Gray Debate
08:36 Why the WNBA Announcement Timing Was Wrong
09:34 Final Thoughts & Subscribe to The Mid Majors

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The Golden State Valkyries respond in a BIG way against the Atlanta Dream in Game 4 of the WNBA Finals! With their season on the line, Golden State brings the physicality, defensive intensity, and hustle needed to tie the series 2-2 and force a pivotal Game 5.

Tacarra from The Mid Majors breaks down how Natalie Nakase's lineup adjustments changed the game, why Angel Reese struggled offensively, and how Golden State took advantage of Atlanta's turnovers, missed free throws, and poor three-point shooting.

In this episode:

• Golden State's must-win Game 4 response against Atlanta
• Natalie Nakase's crucial starting lineup adjustment
• Angel Reese held to 8 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 turnovers
• Che Chi's bench impact: 10 points and 3 steals
• Kia Stokes dominates defensively with 16 rebounds and 3 blocks
• Atlanta shoots just 4-of-23 from three-point range
• How Golden State's defensive pressure changed the series
• What both teams must adjust heading into Game 5

️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Golden State Valkyries Respond in Must-Win Game 4

00:57 Golden State's Defense Forces Atlanta Dream Turnovers

01:51 Angel Reese Struggles Against Golden State's Defense

02:49 Natalie Nakase's Lineup Change Sparks the Valkyries

03:50 Kia Stokes Dominates the Paint With 16 Rebounds

04:46 Atlanta Dream's Free Throws and Three-Point Shooting Struggles

05:41 Golden State's Physical Defense Changes the Game

06:08 WNBA Finals Tied 2-2! Momentum Shifts

07:08 Atlanta Dream's Shot Selection and Offensive Struggles

08:28 Natalie Nakase's Coaching Adjustments Make the Difference

08:57 WNBA Finals Game 5 Preview: Who Takes Control?

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