💜⚔️ From day one in Ballhalla, this team has defied every expectation. The Golden State Valkyries, a first-year WNBA expansion franchise, are one win away from making history. They can do it at home inside a sold-out Chase Center on Thursday night.
Through 40 games in their inaugural season, Golden State is 22-18, sitting in sixth place in the WNBA standings with four games left to play. What started as a team learning on the fly has now turned into a playoff contender. Potentially, they could be the first expansion franchise in league history to reach the postseason in Year 1.
Thursday Night at Chase Center: Valkyries vs. Dallas Wings
- 🏀 Golden State Valkyries (22-18, 6th place)
- 🏀 Dallas Wings (9-32, last place)
- 📍 Chase Center, San Francisco
- 📺 Tip-off: Thursday, Aug. 28
The matchup could not be more different in stakes. The Wings limp into San Francisco on an eight-game losing streak, already eliminated from playoff contention. Meanwhile, Golden State has rattled off four straight wins. They ride into Thursday with momentum, confidence, and destiny on their side.
After the LA Sparks fell on Wednesday night, the path is clear:
➡️ Valkyries win ➝ Valkyries CLINCH the playoffs.
Why It Matters
This is not just another game. This is the moment Golden State fans have been dreaming of since the franchise was announced. It’s a chance to seal a playoff berth in front of a home crowd that has already become the heartbeat of the WNBA.
The Valkyries lead the league in attendance (18,064 average) and have sold out every home game — 20 straight. The roar of Ballhalla has fueled comeback wins and sparked history-making performances. It has turned Chase Center into a fortress where legends are forged.
Building a Legacy in Year One
From Veronica Burton’s breakout season to Kayla Thornton’s All-Star presence before her injury, this team shines. Their depth includes Cecilia Zandalasini, Carla Leite, and Iliana Rupert, under the coaching vision of Natalie Nakase. The Valkyries are not just competing — they are building something bigger.
On Thursday, the chance is here:
💜⚔️ Win and clinch. Win and make history. Win and prove that Ballhalla was built for this.
