SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kahleah Copper scored 25 points with five 3-pointers, Satou Sabally scored 10 of her 17 points after halftime, and the Phoenix Mercury came back to beat the short-handed Golden State Valkyries 98-91 on Tuesday night.

Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase accused a Phoenix Mercury player of kicking her leg out to trip point guard Veronica Burton during Tuesday’s 98-91 loss.

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Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase criticized Mercury guard Monique Akoa Makani for what she described as an intentional kick on Veronica Burton late in Tuesday’s game

Golden State Valkyries Apologize to Kate Martin Before Chicago Sky Game originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Kate Martin and the Golden State Valkyries looked to close out their two-game road trip with a win, taking on the Angel Reese-less Chicago Sky on Friday night.

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Valkyries were dealt a big blow as Cecilia Zandalasini, Tiffany Hayes were scratched minutes before Tuesday’s game vs. Phoenix Mercury

Rising through the ranks, Veronica Burton’s impact on the court is undeniable—her playmaking and defense are shaping her value in a league where every contract tells a story. Check all about her deal with the Golden State Valkyries.