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The Seattle Storm have not had the best start to the season as they try to build chemistry within a new team. In hopes of bringing some more energy to the court, they recently signed a familiar face to a hardship contract, Joyner Holmes. Holmes returns to the Storm after two stints with them in […] The post Storm announce important signing on Friday appeared first on ClutchPoints.
New York coach Chris DeMarco said the team expected an adjustment period for Satou Sabally after the forward made her season debut with the Liberty Thursday night in an 87-70 loss to the Golden State Valkyries. Sabally, one of New York’s biggest offseason additions, played her first game since suffering a concussion during Game 3 […] The post Chris DeMarco gives brutally honest Satou Sabally review after Liberty debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Liberty had no easy answers after a rough 87-70 loss to the Golden State Valkyries, and Breanna Stewart made the defensive problem clear. The interconference matchup quickly tilted away from the Liberty as Golden State found rhythm early and never let the game breathe. Liberty fans still saw production from Stewart, as […] The post Breanna Stewart gets brutally honest on Liberty’s defensive struggles in Valkyries rout appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Satou Sabally’s bald look attracted much attention from fans, who had much to say about the New York Liberty’s star.
It’s early. Very early. And their schedule’s been favorable. Particularly when facing the juggernauts of the W. But at 3-1, four games into the season, and fresh off blowing out the New York Liberty and their league-best offense, the Golden State Valkyries have brandished a compelling early-season case for why they are the dark horse […] The post Why Valkyries’ blowout of Liberty proves they’re dark horse in WNBA title chase appeared first on ClutchPoints.
SAN FRANCISCO– It’s going to be really hard to keep Janelle Salaün out of the Golden State Valkyries starting lineup if this is the kind of offense she’s going to produce. And Laeticia Amihere, too, for that matter. In the Valkyries’ 95-79 home opener victory over the Phoenix Mercury, Salaün collected a game-high 21 points […] The post Natalie Nakase’s honest thoughts on potentially shaking up Valkyries’ starting unit appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Both the Golden State Valkyries and Seattle Storm may be without multiple key players in Friday night's matchup.
OAKLAND– It’s been a productive two weeks of training camp for the Golden State Valkyries as they prepare for their second season in the WNBA. The practices have been intense, the competition level has been heated, and the vibes feel as high as ever. But a roster crunch is on the horizon as the regular […] The post How Valkyries’ 2026 roster should shake out after training camp cuts appeared first on ClutchPoints.
OAKLAND – There is a different air about the Golden State Valkyries, fresh off their inaugural season in the WNBA. Sure, the trademark competitive fire that head coach Natalie Nakase instilled in year one remains the same. And yes, they’ve returned most of the roster that made last season special. But unlike the fervor and […] The post Kayla Thornton leads early standouts as ‘calm’ Valkyries begin training camp appeared first on ClutchPoints.
OAKLAND – The gym gets lighter, and smiles get wider, whenever Tiffany Hayes steps onto the court for the Golden State Valkyries. After an offseason abroad, the veteran guard is back with the Valkyries for her 13th season in the WNBA, after resigning with the team on a one-year, protected $600,000 contract. Hayes made her […] The post Tiffany Hayes outlines what brought her back to Valkyries for 13th season appeared first on ClutchPoints.
After beginning their 2026 roster rebuild by re-signing Kayla Thornton and adding Gabby Williams, the Golden State Valkyries are running it back with veteran guard Tiffany Hayes. Hayes, 36, agreed to a one-year contract extension to remain in the Bay Area for the 2026 season, the team announced on Saturday. She will be returning for […] The post Valkyries re-sign Tiffany Hayes to 1-year contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Golden State Valkyries grabbed attention during the WNBA Draft on Monday after trading eighth overall pick Flau’jae Johnson to the Seattle Storm in exchange for 16th overall pick Marta Suarez and a second-round pick in 2028. Many were dumbfounded by the Valkyries’ decision, as Johnson could be a foundational piece for the squad after […] The post Storm’s Talisa Rhea ‘really excited’ about Flau’jae Johnson trade with Valkyries appeared first on ClutchPoints.
In their second-ever WNBA draft, the Golden State Valkyries dropped a draft day shocker by trading the draft rights to the eighth overall pick, LSU guard Flau’Jae Johnson, to the Seattle Storm in exchange for TSU forward Marta Suárez, the 16th overall pick, and a 2028 second-round pick. Across five seasons in the NCAA, Suárez […] The post Valkyries immediately trade NCAA champion during 2026 WNBA Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Gabby Williams is excited for her new adventure after signing with the Golden State Valkyries in free agency.
Gabby Williams' preferred WNBA free agency destination has emerged, with the Las Vegas Aces leading interest
One of the top players on the free agency market this offseason was forward Gabby Williams, and sure enough, she’s reportedly narrowed down her choices to potentially contending teams including the Las Vegas Aces, as per Andraya Carter of ESPN. The other two teams that Gabby Williams is reportedly interested in via free agency this […] The post WNBA rumors: Aces among 3 teams Gabby Williams is deciding between in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Gabby Williams is one of the most anticipated Europeans in the WNBA free agency.
The Seattle Storm will look a bit different next season, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be competitive. After losing Nneka Ogwumike to the Los Angeles Sparks, they are expecting to sign Natisha Hiedeman, according to WNBA insider Khristina Williams. “Sources: Natisha Hiedeman is not expected to re-sign with the Minnesota Lynx. Hiedeman is expected […] The post Storm signing Natisha Hiedeman after 2 years with Lynx appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The WNBA free agency has kicked off, and along with American players, several Europeans will be available in the trade market.
