SEATTLE -- It took until the final buzzer of their last regular-season game, but the Seattle Storm clinched the eighth and final WNBA playoff spot Tuesday night with Erica Wheeler 's go-ahead jumper with 19.2 seconds left in a 64-63 win over the Golden State Valkyries .

"Think about when you're a kid and you're in the driveway, count down five, four, three ... and you hit the shot. I just did it live," said Wheeler, who pulled up in an isolation against Valkyries defensive stopper Veronica Burton .

"Those are the moments you live for and in front of this crowd. This crowd is amazing. For me, I feel good. I'm still shaking. My dad keeps hugging me non-stop. I just feel amazing. I'm happy we're in the postseason."

The Storm had multiple opportunities to solidify a playoff spot b

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