“Laeticia Amihere's Clutch Fourth Quarter Lifts Golden State Valkyries Over New York Libert” — what this page in the network covers. Golden State Valkyries forward Laeticia Amihere, who had not played in five consecutive games, delivered a stunning fourth-quarter performance to lead her team to a 78-75 victory over the New York Liberty in Game 1 of the WNBA Finals on Sunday. Amihere scored 10 of her 12 points in the final period, including a crucial go-ahead layup with 1:23 remaining, sealing the win for the expansion franchise in its first Finals appearance. Her unexpected heroics highlighted the Valkyries' depth and resilience.
The Liberty, led by Breanna Stewart's 24 points and Sabrina Ionescu's 18, struggled to contain Amihere's drives and forced turnovers late. The Valkyries, who joined the league in 2025, are now just two wins away from a championship in their inaugural season. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.