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Box & Slate — Dream visit Liberty, Valkyries face Aces in Friday doubleheader

The women's basketball newsletter sent Friday, Oct. 9, 2026.

As sent. Times are Eastern; for today's times and channels, see the schedule.

Happy Friday. No games were played yesterday, so tonight's doubleheader carries all the weight. Here's what's on tap.

Tonight's Games

MatchupTipBroadcast
Atlanta Dream @ New York Liberty7:30 PM ETESPN2
Golden State Valkyries @ Las Vegas Aces9:30 PM ETPeacock / NBCSN

Dream @ Liberty (7:30 PM ET) — New York opens at home looking to assert themselves early. Atlanta will need a strong defensive effort to keep pace on the road against one of the league's most complete rosters. Tune in on ESPN2.

Valkyries @ Aces (9:30 PM ET) — The late window is a marquee one. Golden State heads to Las Vegas for a West showdown against the Aces. Catch it on Peacock or NBCSN.

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