The Golden State Valkyries have continued their strong performance in the WNBA with key contributions from players Kayla Thornton and Veronica Burton. Thornton, a first-time All-Star and the Western Conference Player of the Week, has consistently delivered high scoring games, including a career-high 29 points and 6 rebounds in an 83-78 victory over the Chicago Sky at Chase Center. She has recorded six consecutive games with 15 or more points, underscoring her importance in the Valkyries' inaugural season. More recently, the Valkyries secured a decisive 80-61 road win against the Indiana Fever, marking a 10-9 season record. In this game, Veronica Burton led the team with a career-high five three-pointers, totaling 21 points, 8 rebounds, and 6 assists, while Thornton added 18 points and 8 rebounds. The victory was notable for limiting Fever star Caitlin Clark to 10 points in her return from injury. The Valkyries' performances highlight their rising competitiveness in the league.
Veronica Burton made a career-high five 3-pointers and piled up 21 points, while the Golden State Valkyries held Caitlin Clark to 10 points in an 80-61 win at Indiana on Wednesday. https://t.co/OV8f4HV6n8
Veronica Burton had 21 points, eight rebounds and six assists, Kayla Thornton added 18 points and eight boards, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Indiana Fever 80-61 to spoil Caitlin Clark's return. https://t.co/h9SIEvvMks
Veronica Burton put on a big-time performance to help lead the @valkyries over the Fever 💥 21 PTS (6-11 FG) 8 REB 6 AST 5 3PM #WelcometotheW https://t.co/ZkhS63aS2p