The Golden State Valkyries secured their first victory of the season with an impressive 82-73 road win against the Los Angeles Sparks. Carla Leite and Janelle Salaun led the Valkyries in scoring with 19 and 18 points, respectively. The team showed marked improvement in their shooting, achieving a season-high of 41.5% from the field. After falling behind early, the Valkyries went on an 18-0 run in the second quarter to take control, ultimately holding off a late Sparks rally to clinch the win. Their next challenge lies against the New York Liberty.
Carla Leite scored 19 points on 7 of 10 shooting, showcasing her key role in the Valkyries' offensive success against the Sparks.
After facing offensive struggles in previous games, the Valkyries shot a season-best 41.5% from the field, highlighting their improvement.
Despite a strong performance from Los Angeles' Dearica Hamby, the Valkyries maintained composure, holding off a late surge in the fourth quarter.
Janelle Salaun contributed significantly with 18 points and seven rebounds, solidifying her impact in just her second game in the WNBA.
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