Kayla Thornton, an All-Star, will not participate in the Golden State Valkyries' season opener against the Dallas Wings due to a lower leg injury. The team has not disclosed details about the injury's occurrence. Thornton recently played in the All-Star Game and contributed significantly to her team's victory. The Valkyries are positioned ninth in the standings, trailing the Las Vegas Aces for a playoff spot. They concluded the first half of the season with three consecutive losses and face a challenging upcoming schedule, including five away games.
Kayla Thornton will miss the start of the second half of the WNBA season due to a lower leg injury, confirmed by the Golden State Valkyries.
The Valkyries are currently in ninth place with a record of 10-12, just half a game behind the Las Vegas Aces for the final playoff spot.
Golden State aims to become the first expansion team in WNBA history to qualify for the playoffs as they prepare for 22 remaining games.
The team ended the first half of the season on a three-game losing streak and will play five consecutive games on the road after their home opener.
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