Jane Kenny

Valkyries stun reigning WNBA champs in landmark win: ‘We’ve written it our own way’

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Golden State’s victory over the New York Liberty represents the culmination of season-long growth for an expansion team that has defied all expectations. 

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Danny Emerman

In Veronica Burton and Natalie Nakase, the Valkyries have a ‘dream’ connection

Golden State's star point guard isn't just an on-court extension of Natalie Nakase, she’s a reflection of the Valkyries' head coach. 

The Valkyries are living a dream, and the playoffs are suddenly within reach

Golden State's 12-point win over Indiana on Sunday moved Natalie Nakase's team to the No. 6 spot in the WNBA standings. 

The Valkyries just played their best game ever. It sets up a huge showdown with the Fever

Golden State played lights-out defense against Washington and received critical contributions from rookies Janelle Salaün and Carla Leite in a dominant win. 

Amid an intense playoff push, Veronica Burton emerges as the Valkyries' ‘heartbeat’

Throughout a summer of constant lineup changes, the Golden State point guard has established herself as a leading candidate to win the WNBA's Most Improved Player Award.

Golden State Valkyries

Valkyries stun reigning WNBA champs in landmark win: ‘We’ve written it our own way’

In Veronica Burton and Natalie Nakase, the Valkyries have a ‘dream’ connection

The Valkyries are living a dream, and the playoffs are suddenly within reach

The Valkyries just played their best game ever. It sets up a huge showdown with the Fever

Amid an intense playoff push, Veronica Burton emerges as the Valkyries' ‘heartbeat’