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Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton runs back after making a 3-pointer. She is shown from the front and a packed crowd cheers behind her.

The Valkyries’ second half may finally be marked by stability

By Michelle Smith / July 21, 2025

The mission to become the first expansion team in league history is very much in play in Golden State.

Two players battle for a basketball

Locked On Women’s Basketball: WNBA news roundup

By The IX Basketball / July 16, 2025

Updates about Jonquel Jones’ and Caitlin Clark’s health, league-wide superlative predictions, and more

Golden State Valkyries guard Kate Martin dribbles the ball. She is shown from the front, and a packed but out-of-focus crowd is in the background behind her.

Kate Martin’s growth with the Golden State Valkyries: Confidence and ball screens

By Matthew Walter / July 7, 2025

Martin: ‘I think just being more comfortable out there, letting the game come to me’

Golden State Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton (5) talks to teammates after defeating the Indiana Fever at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Kayla Thornton’s new role as go-to player for Valkyries leads to an All-Star nod

By Michelle Smith / July 6, 2025

The 32-year-old forward has seized the opportunity with Golden State and become a first-time All-Star

Golden State's Temi Fagbenle celebrates a big win over Seattle with teammates Veronica Burton and Kate Martin

‘Not enough roster spots’: Valkyries head coach laments Golden State’s difficult cuts

By Michelle Smith / July 1, 2025

Vanloo, Bibby and Hall released as Salaûn and Zandalasini return from Eurobasket

Golden State Valkyries forward Chloe Bibby shoots over Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston. She is shown from the front and a packed crowd is in the background behind her.

‘Aggressive and confident’: After years of growth overseas, Chloe Bibby is ready for her opportunity with the Golden State Valkyries

By Matthew Walter / June 26, 2025

Bibby: ‘If I get it and I’m open, and I know that’s the right shot, I’m gonna shoot it, and I feel confident with that’

Golden State Valkyries center Temi Fagbenle congratulates guard Veronica Burton after Burton made a 3-pointer. Burton's eyes are closed and her head is tilted up toward the ceiling, and Fagbenle extends her arms toward Burton.

As key players return from EuroBasket, Golden State Valkyries face tough roster shuffle

By Michelle Smith / June 26, 2025

As EuroBasket ends, Golden State will face some difficult roster decisions

Valkyries forward Laeticia Amihere leaps and grabs for a rebound against the Connecticut Sun.

How Laeticia Amihere is proving her worth to the Valkyries

By Michelle Smith / June 23, 2025

Amihere: ‘Now I’m coming back, and it is my time’

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase directs players during a game

Locked On Women’s Basketball: Talking Valkyries

By The IX Basketball / June 23, 2025

Smith: ‘They’re playing a really good brand of basketball’

Close-up photos of two basketball players mid-game

Locked On Women’s Basketball: Early All-Rookie team picks

By The IX Basketball / June 21, 2025

Adler: ‘This is the deepest rookie class we have seen in a long time’