The Golden State Valkyries faced major challenges in their recent game against the Connecticut Sun, losing 95-64. Without All-Star Kayla Thornton, they struggled offensively, committing 24 turnovers that resulted in 34 points for Connecticut. The Valkyries have a poor road record of 3-9, in contrast to their 8-4 home performance. Despite Iliana Rupert leading the team with 13 points, the defense, previously elite, faltered significantly. The defeat left them half a game behind the Aces for the final playoff spot, as they prepared for their next game against Atlanta.
The Valkyries played arguably their worst game of the season in Connecticut after flying in at 9 a.m. local time on Saturday and tipping off at noon on Sunday.
The offense was a mess, committing 24 turnovers that led to 34 Sun points. Connecticut outscored Golden State 14-2 on the fastbreak.
Iliana Rupert, playing in her second game with the team since arriving from France, led the Valkyries with 13 points and four rebounds.
Zoning out The Valkyries have been an elite defense all season, entering Sunday's game ranked No. 3 in points allowed per game (78ppg) and first in opponents' FG% (40.2%).
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