Overview
- Golden State defeated Washington 62-49 on Monday, marking the Valkyries' fifth straight victory and moving their record to 15-7.
- The Valkyries set a franchise record for fewest points allowed as the Mystics shot 30 percent overall and went 3-for-24 from three-point range.
- Reserve guard Kaitlyn Chen led Golden State with 14 points off the bench, helping the Valkyries' reserves score 39 points while the starters struggled from the floor.
- Washington played without starter Sonia Citron for a second straight game and collapsed in the second half, scoring just 16 points and nine in the fourth quarter.
- The win strengthens Golden State's defensive identity under coach Natalie Nakase and has short-term playoff implications as the team travels to Toronto on Wednesday to pursue a six-game streak.