The Golden State Valkyries currently hold the eighth and final playoff spot with a .500 record. They have faced injuries to key players, including All-Star Kayla Thornton, and their second-leading scorer Tiffany Hayes, along with others. The team aims to strengthen their roster for the playoff push, needing more frontcourt depth and scoring capabilities. With the trade deadline approaching, the Valkyries possess significant cap space and all future draft picks, presenting opportunities to make trades for either immediate needs or future assets. They must also consider the implications of an upcoming expansion draft as new teams join the league in 2026.
The Golden State Valkyries hold the eighth playoff spot currently with a .500 record, but face challenges with injuries and the upcoming trade deadline.
Key injuries to All-Star Kayla Thornton, Tiffany Hayes, Cecilia Zandalasini, and Monique Billings leave the Valkyries seeking roster enhancements for a playoff push.
The Valkyries possess the league's most cap space and all future draft picks, providing flexibility to either acquire new players or trade existing contracts.
With significant players hitting free agency and two new teams entering the league in 2026, the Valkyries must strategize to build both for the playoffs and future.
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