Something is shifting inside Chase Center. And no, it’s not just the lights dimming to purple. Recently, Kayla Thornton reached her career-high points, stirring excitement among fans.
The energy is different. Not just louder than Warriors games — rowdier, grittier, hungrier. Every chant feels earned. Every scream feels honest. The fans in Ballhalla aren’t waiting for magic — they’re helping summon it.
And on Friday night, Kayla Thornton gave them something to believe in. Indeed, her performance marked Kayla Thornton’s career-high points, an unforgettable achievement.
💥 29 Points. One Statement. All Heart.
In an 83–78 win over the Chicago Sky, Thornton didn’t just put up a career-high. She put the league on notice.
- 29 PTS | 30 MIN | 15 SHOTS | 5 REB | 3 STL | 1 SOUL BARED
Her fingerprints were all over the game. But the signature moment? Midway through the fourth, she ripped a rebound in traffic, charged up the middle solo, weaved through elite defender Ariel Atkins, and banked in a runner off the glass.
9–0 Valkyries run. Timeout Sky. Chase went nuclear. The crowd roared for Kayla Thornton’s career-high points.
Thornton turned to the fans, flexed, and roared. Ballhalla responded with a wall of noise.
And that was the game.
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💜 From Undrafted to Unstoppable
Kayla Thornton’s journey is the Valkyries’ spirit. Her career-high points are a testament to her hard work and determination.
- Undrafted out of UTEP in 2014
- Cut. Missed a season.
- Ground her way into a roster spot with the Mystics
- Found footing in Dallas — six seasons, one playoff win
- Traded to New York, then benched
- Won a ring… but was left unprotected
New York let her go.
Golden State called her home.
Now at 32, she’s playing the best basketball of her life. Not just producing — leading. And Friday’s performance was a message:
“I’m not done. I’m just finally being seen.”
🏟️ Crowd Note
Friday night was pure theater. Angel Reese’s presence amped the hype. The fans brought heat from the opening tip. But it was Thornton — the vet with the motor of a rookie — who ignited the storm.
Ballhalla wasn’t just packed. It was alive.
🔥 Stat of the Night
- Golden State Valkyries: 7–1 when Thornton scores 15+
- Chase Center: 9 straight sellouts
- Only expansion team in WNBA history with back-to-back wins over former Finals contenders
📆 Up Next:
The Valkyries take on Seattle at home. And you already know Ballhalla will be loud.
