The Golden State Valkyries, described as far from a typical title team, reached the WNBA Finals this season. In Game 4 on October 24 at State Farm Arena, Valkyries guard Veronica Burton was defended by Atlanta Dream guard Jordin Canada. The team's unexpected run has drawn attention to their unique roster construction and resilience.
The story, reported by Shayna Rubin of the San Francisco Chronicle on November 6, 2026, examines how the Valkyries assembled a competitive squad despite low expectations.
