The Golden State Valkyries bounced back from consecutive defeats with a dominant 89-64 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday night. The team had previously suffered losses to the Chicago Sky and Minnesota Lynx, but found their rhythm with a win against Minnesota followed by the decisive triumph over Connecticut.
Golden State’s bench unit delivered an outstanding performance, establishing a new franchise record with 54 points off the bench. Janelle Salaun led the reserves with 15 points on efficient shooting, including four three-pointers in just 18 minutes. Kaila Charles contributed 14 points and eight rebounds in 19 minutes, emphasizing the team’s focus on maintaining consistent intensity throughout all four quarters.
With the regular season winding down, the Valkyries are preparing for postseason competition while managing roster absences due to international commitments. Multiple players including Salaun, Gabby Williams, and Cecilia Zandalasini will depart for the FIBA Women’s World Cup, creating opportunities for bench players like Kaitlyn Chen and Juste Jocyte to gain valuable minutes. The squad has already secured a playoff berth and continues to fine-tune their roster ahead of the postseason.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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