"That's gambling, that's Vegas stuff,"
"Like, I don't know if any of the other teams are going to lose. That's why I stay focused on us."
"I definitely think that (we should) just stick to what we've been doing like so well together as a team, and continuing to emphasize that,"
"It's part of basketball, and it happens, but you guys see how important it is, and how (and why) I am so focused on taking care of my players."
The Valkyries enter the final homestand with a magic number of four to clinch a playoff spot, combining Valkyries wins and Sparks losses. The coach remains focused on the team's own preparation rather than external scenarios. Players emphasize continuing the team approach that has driven success. The Valkyries play New York, Dallas and Minnesota at Chase Center before finishing on the road. Several opponents face significant injuries, including Caitlin Clark out since July and Paige Bueckers dealing with back and calf issues, while the Liberty contend with multiple injuries. The coach stresses player care amid a leaguewide injury wave; Minnesota may rest players if clinched.
Read at The Mercury News
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