Zendaya Makes Courtside Appearance at WNBA Finals Game 5
The actress cheered on the Valkyries at Chase Center on Monday night in a team T-shirt and patterned sleeves.
Updated on Oct. 27, 2026 in Basketball
Zendaya made a courtside appearance at Chase Center during Game 5 of the 2026 WNBA Finals, drawing eyes from the crowd and online speculation. The actress appeared on the arena's giant screen while cheering for the Golden State Valkyries.
Why it matters
The high-profile appearance brought additional attention to the Valkyries during their championship series at the home arena. Fans online briefly mistook the star's python-print sleeve for new ink, a detail that became a minor point of interest during the game.
Game 5 of the 2026 WNBA Finals brought together fans at Chase Center to witness the series action. The final result of the matchup remains unknown.
The players
Zendaya
The Oakland-born actress and celebrity who was spotted courtside at the Finals.
E-40
The Bay Area rap icon and frequent spectator at local professional sporting events.
Megan Rapinoe
The professional soccer player and Olympic gold medalist who attended the game.
Chris Paul
The professional basketball player who was seen among the celebrity attendees at the arena.
The details
Zendaya attended the match at Chase Center wearing a team T-shirt paired with patterned arm sleeves that mimicked a snakeskin print. The sight of the sleeves led to widespread social media questions about whether the Oakland-born actress had opted for full-arm tattoos. Other notable spectators spotted in the crowd included E-40, Megan Rapinoe, and Chris Paul.
Timeline
October 26, 2026: Zendaya attended WNBA Finals Game 5.
Across the Bay
The 2026 WNBA Finals have drawn significant celebrity presence to Chase Center, continuing a long tradition of high-profile support for championship teams in the Bay Area. This uptick in star power follows similar patterns observed during major postseason runs for local basketball teams.
Residents attending future games at Chase Center may encounter heavier traffic and larger crowds surrounding the Mission Bay arena during playoff runs. Check Muni schedules for delays on the T-Third line whenever the Valkyries host postseason matchups.
The takeaway
Even when a celebrity is just supporting the local team, details like wardrobe choices can quickly dominate the conversation. Watch for official Valkyries schedule updates to track the remaining games in this championship series.
Further reading
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