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Kahleah Copper scored 25 points, Satou Sabally scored 10 of her 17 points after halftime, and the Phoenix Mercury came back to beat the short-handed Golden State Valkyries 98-91

Golden State Valkyries Apologize to Kate Martin Before Chicago Sky Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kate Martin and the Golden State Valkyries looked to close out their two-game road trip with a win, taking on the Angel Reese-less Chicago Sky on Friday night.

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase accused a Phoenix Mercury player of kicking her leg out to trip point guard Veronica Burton during Tuesday’s 98-91 loss.

In Year 1, Natalie Nakase and the Valkyries revealed how they built a successful WNBA expansion team from scratch.

The Valkyries, though, have proven that not all teams need to get superstars, some can afford to make them, which is what’s happening with Veronica Burton right now.

Rising through the ranks, Veronica Burton’s impact on the court is undeniable—her playmaking and defense are shaping her value in a league where every contract tells a story. Check all about her deal with the Golden State Valkyries.