New York, Nov. 1 -- The Golden State Valkyries scripted history on Saturday, defeating the Atlanta Dream 68-63 in Game 7 of the WNBA Finals to clinch their maiden championship, becoming the fastest expansion team among major North American professional sports leagues to win a title.

The Valkyries achieved the feat in just their second season, setting a new benchmark across the NBA, WNBA, NHL, MLB and NFL, according to the CNN website.

Gabby Williams led Golden State's comeback with a sensational 30-point performance, including 28 points in the second half, to be named the Finals Most Valuable Player (MVP). Her second-half tally also set a record for the most points scored by a player in a half of a WNBA Finals game.

The decisive Game 7...