Overview

• The Valkyries added third-round pick Kaitlyn Chen and veteran forward Chloe Bibby on hardship contracts to cover gaps left by departing internationals.
• Starting center Temi Fágbénlé has had her contract suspended to compete in EuroBasket after averaging a career-high 10.3 points and 6.3 rebounds.
• Backup center Monique Billings is slated to start during Fágbénlé’s absence while Laeticia Amihere will provide spot minutes at the five.
• Both Chen and Bibby will be available to make their WNBA debuts when Golden State faces the Dallas Wings on June 17.
• The expansion franchise has sold over 10,000 season tickets and drawn large crowds under coach Natalie Nakase’s leadership.