Minnesota Lynx forward Napheesa Collier, center front, controls the ball as Golden State Valkyries guard Veronica Burton, center top, defends during the first half of a WNBA basketball game Monday, Aug. 24, 2026, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Abbie Parr)
Golden State Valkyrie podcast Michael Roberson:
#1 What was the biggest reason the Valkyries were able to defeat the Lynx 80–66 and finally end their losing streak against Minnesota?
#2 How did Cecilia Zandalasini’s fourth-quarter scoring and Gabby Williams’ overall performance help Golden State pull away?
#3 What defensive strategies did the Valkyries use to limit Minnesota’s offense, particularly rookie Olivia Miles, who finished with just 8 points?
#4 How important were Minnesota’s 18 turnovers and Golden State’s ability to turn those mistakes into points in determining the outcome?
#5 What does this victory suggest about the Valkyries’ potential heading into the playoffs, especially after beating one of the WNBA’s top teams on the road?
#6 The Valkyrie now face the Connectcuit Sun who have been struggling losing seven of their last 12 games.
Michael Roberson is a WNBA reporter and podcasts the Golden State Valkyries each week at http://www.sportsradioservice.com
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