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The Golden State Valkyries' first playoff run ended with a narrow loss to the Minnesota Lynx, but the team and fans showed resilience and pride, highlighting the team's growth, strong defense, and dedicated fanbase in their inaugural season.
The Minnesota Lynx staged a remarkable comeback from a 17-point deficit to beat the Golden State Valkyries 75-74 in the WNBA playoffs, with key performances from veterans like Napheesa Collier and Kayla McBride, securing a 2-0 series lead and advancing to the semifinals.
The 2025 WNBA playoffs feature top teams like Minnesota Lynx, Golden State Valkyries, and Las Vegas Aces, with detailed analysis of each team's season performance and matchup prospects, highlighting Minnesota's dominance, Golden State's historic expansion success, and the Aces' late-season surge.
The Seattle Storm secured the final playoff spot in the WNBA by narrowly defeating the Golden State Valkyries, while the Los Angeles Sparks were eliminated after losing to the Phoenix Mercury. The playoff matchups are set, with the top seed going to the Minnesota Lynx, and the postseason beginning soon, featuring a mix of best-of-three, best-of-five, and best-of-seven series.
A person was arrested for throwing a sex toy onto the court during a WNBA game involving the Golden State Valkyries, leading to league warnings of bans and arrests for object throwing, amid concerns over safety and respect.
During a WNBA game between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries, a neon green sex toy was thrown onto the court in the final moments, causing a halt in play and drawing significant attention before the game resumed and the Valkyries secured a narrow victory.
The Golden State Valkyries waived veteran point guard Julie Vanloo and other players as part of a roster shuffle following EuroBasket, signaling a move to prioritize rookie Kaitlyn Chen in the team's lineup, amid ongoing team adjustments and recent wins.
The article highlights three WNBA teams—Atlanta Dream, Golden State Valkyries, and Washington Mystics—that are performing better than expected this season, driven by key players and strategic changes, despite some teams like the Minnesota Lynx and New York Liberty maintaining strong records.
Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever lost to the Golden State Valkyries 88-77, with Clark scoring only 11 points and committing six turnovers, highlighting turnovers as the main issue that led to their loss despite a strong start and a lead in the fourth quarter. Clark acknowledged the need to improve in maintaining leads and reducing turnovers for future games.
The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Indiana Fever 88-77, signaling their potential to make the WNBA playoffs and challenging expectations for the expansion team, driven by strong team play and strategic coaching despite key player absences.
Caitlin Clark had a rare poor game, going 0-for-7 from three-point range, which contributed to the Indiana Fever's loss to the Golden State Valkyries, despite her usual strong shooting and playmaking.
The Indiana Fever lost to the Golden State Valkyries 88-77 in a WNBA game, with notable performances from Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark, despite Clark's struggles from three-point range. The game featured a strong fourth quarter from the Valkyries, who outscored the Fever, and the Fever are set to play next against the Las Vegas Aces.
The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA's 13th franchise, have formed their inaugural roster through an expansion draft, selecting players like Kayla Thornton and Veronica Burton. The Valkyries, led by head coach Natalie Nakase, aim to build a competitive culture with a mix of veterans and young talent, including international players. While the Valkyries are seen as winners, teams like the Connecticut Sun and Indiana Fever lost key players, impacting their rosters. The Valkyries are well-positioned for free agency, aiming to attract top talent.
The Golden State Valkyries became the WNBA's newest team after selecting 11 players in the expansion draft, marking a significant milestone for the league. While the expansion is a win for the WNBA, the lack of transparency regarding protected player lists was criticized. Monique Billings benefited by being selected, potentially securing a lucrative contract. Caitlin Clark lost a key teammate, Temi Fagbenle, affecting her team's dynamics. The New York Liberty managed to avoid major losses, while the Seattle Storm faced embarrassment as no players were selected from their roster, highlighting their ongoing challenges.
The Golden State Valkyries have announced their inaugural roster following the WNBA expansion draft, selecting players from 11 of the 12 existing franchises. Key selections include Kate Martin, Veronica Burton, and Kayla Thornton. The team, which will debut in May 2025, focused on building a versatile and competitive roster with a mix of leadership and scoring ability. The Valkyries, based in San Francisco, have already set a record with over 20,000 season ticket deposits, highlighting significant local interest in the new franchise.