Dream Address WNBA Finals Game 6 Schedule Change in Statement, Say They Raised Concerns 2 Months Ago - Bleacher Report
The Atlanta Dream expressed frustration over the WNBA's decision to schedule Game 6 of the Finals for a Thursday afternoon. The team claims they raised concerns about scheduling conflicts with the Atlanta Hawks months in advance.
Why it matters
The scheduling conflict highlights the logistical challenges of professional women's sports teams sharing arenas with NBA franchises during overlapping playoff seasons.
01:36 Featured Video Time to Tap Into the WNBA Finals 🍿 Home WNBA Icon Sportswire/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images WNBA Dream Address WNBA Finals Game 6 Schedule Change in Statement, Say They Raised Concerns 2 Months Ago Timothy Rapp Oct 28, 2026 The Atlanta Dream is not thrilled with the WNBA's decision to start Thursday's Game 6 at 12:30 p.m. ET due to scheduling issues.
On Tuesday, the organization released a statement to fans, saying it "raised concerns" months ago with the WNBA regarding potential scheduling conflicts at State Farm Arena with the Atlanta Hawks and added that a midday game "is not what we would have chosen and not what we fought for."
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