Golden State Valkyries Gear Up for WNBA Debut with Expansion Draft and New Uniforms

The WNBA is expanding with the addition of the Golden State Valkyries, who will build their team through an expansion draft on December 6, 2024. The Valkyries can select players from existing teams, who can only protect six players each, and will also have picks in the 2025 draft. This expansion reflects the league's growth and will be followed by new teams in Portland and Toronto in 2026. The process is complex, with strategic decisions on player selection and protection, and it highlights the dynamic nature of team building in professional sports.