Valkyries rally from 16-point deficit for first playoff series win
The Valkyries earned the first playoff series win in franchise history by overcoming a 16-point deficit and defeating the Wings 77-73 in Game 3 on Friday night. The victory came in a game described as a thriller, marking a milestone for the franchise in its short history.

The Valkyries secured the first playoff series win in the franchise’s short history on Friday night, defeating the Wings 77-73 in Game 3.
The Valkyries had trailed by 16 points before rallying to take the victory. The comeback turned the game into a close finish, with the team prevailing by four points.
The result marked a franchise milestone for the Valkyries. It also ended the playoff series in the third game, according to the supplied report.
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