The WNBA has moved Game 6 of the Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries to Thursday at 12:30 p.m. ET, a change from its original 8 p.m. slot. This adjustment was made to accommodate an NBA game featuring the Atlanta Hawks later that evening.
The Atlanta Dream's ownership expressed disappointment in an open letter, stating that they had raised concerns about potential scheduling conflicts two months prior, which they felt were not adequately addressed. They questioned whether the league underestimated their chances of reaching the Finals.
The scheduling decision has sparked reactions from notable figures, including rapper Flavor Flav, who suggested making Thursday a paid holiday for fans to watch the game, and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, who supported his proposal on social media.
This situation underscores the ongoing challenges the WNBA faces in balancing its schedule with the NBA and the potential implications for fan attendance and viewership