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Valkyries’ Offense Stumbles in 67-58 Defeat, Slide to 10-12 at All-Star Break

Sputtering at 31.7 percent from the field, Golden State has yet to find offensive consistency.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - JULY 16: Ezi Magbegor #13 of the Seattle Storm battles for the ball against Kate Martin #20 and Temi Fagbenle #14 of the Golden State Valkyries during the third quarter of the game at Climate Pledge Arena on July 16, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jane Gershovich/Getty Images)
Veronica Burton #22 of the Golden State Valkyries drives to the basket on Zia Cooke #7 of the Seattle Storm during the second half of a WNBA basketball game at Chase Center on June 29, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
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Overview

  • The Golden State Valkyries fell to the Seattle Storm 67-58 on July 16, marking their third straight loss and leaving them at 10-12 entering the All-Star break.
  • They managed just 58 points on 31.7 percent shooting, the lowest offensive output of their inaugural season.
  • Golden State’s road struggles continued with a 3-8 away record compared to 7-4 at Chase Center.
  • Despite scoring woes, the Valkyries rank fourth in the league with a defensive rating of 98.8 points allowed per 100 possessions.
  • Locked in a four-team scramble for the final two playoff spots, the expansion franchise must stabilize its scoring to secure a postseason berth.