Overview
- Golden State, which announced the injury Tuesday, set a May 5 checkup after Martin strained her quad during training camp and stopped practicing.
- A Grade 2 strain is a partial muscle tear and often needs several weeks of rehab, putting the May 8 season opener in doubt.
- Head coach Natalie Nakase says Martin is in good spirits and has taken on a loud, steady role in huddles and from the sideline.
- The Valkyries can lean on new WNBA developmental spots that allow call-ups for up to 12 games without a salary-cap hit if they need depth.
- Martin appeared in 42 games in 2025 as a key reserve and averaged 6.2 points, which signals a real rotation hole if she misses time.