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Valkyries Win Ninth Straight, Hold Off Mystics 74-69

Golden State relied on its league-leading defense plus clutch 3-pointers to close a tight game and will host Washington again Monday before the All-Star break.

Valkyries forward Gabby Williams drives past Mystics guard Sonia Citron during the first half at Chase Center on Saturday.
Valkyries forward Kayla Thornton prepares to launch a 3-point attempt during Saturday’s game against the Washington Mystics at Chase Center.
Valkyries forward Cecilia Zandalasini tries to keep the basketball away from Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron  at Chase Center on Saturday.
The Valkyries’ Kaila Charles drives against the Washington Mystics guard Sonia Citron during the first half at Chase Center on Saturday.

Overview

  • The Valkyries closed on a 15-4 run to finish the game and beat the Washington Mystics 74-69, extending their winning streak to nine games.
  • Gabby Williams hit two late 3-pointers and finished with 18 points while Veronica Burton posted a near triple-double with 11 points and 11 assists.
  • A decisive late sequence featured Kayla Thornton’s go-ahead 3, Kiah Stokes’ tying 3 and Burton’s 3 with about 2:14 left that sealed the Valkyries’ comeback.
  • Washington kept control on the boards with Shakira Austin’s 18 points and 16 rebounds and a team identity that leads the league in rebounding.
  • Golden State’s defense remains the team’s defining edge, the club has shifted to smaller lineups after Iliana Rupert was ruled out, and the team has sold out every home game at Chase Center since last season.