Franchise At A Glance
CHAMPIONSHIPS
0
WNBA Finals (2026)
CURRENT RECORD
32-12 (.727)
FRANCHISE LEGENDS
To Be Written
Current Depth Chart
Centers
Kiah Stokes
Bench: Aminata Gueye • Iliana Rupert (Out for Season)
Roster & Cap Breakdown
2026 Salary Cap: $7.00M
Gabby Williams
G • Free Agent Signing
$1,190,000
Veronica Burton
G • Contract Extension
$925,000
Kayla Thornton
F • Free Agent Signing
$750,000
Kaila Charles
G • Free Agent Signing
$600,000
Tiffany Hayes
G • Free Agent Signing
$600,000
Cecilia Zandalasini
F • Contract Extension
$500,000
Kiah Stokes
C • Free Agent Signing
$375,000
Aminata Gueye
C • Pro-Rated Cap Hit
$10,976
Draft History & Analysis
2027 WNBA Draft
Grade: TBD
Outstanding Trades
The Golden State Valkyries currently hold all of their original selections for the 2027 WNBA Draft.
Incoming: None
Outgoing: None
Instant Analysis: Pending 2027 WNBA Draft.
One-Month Check-In: Pending
End-of-Season Review: Pending
Three-Year Check-In: Pending
Outstanding Trades
Incoming: Draft rights to Marta Suárez + 2028 Round 2 pick (via Seattle)
Outgoing: No. 8 overall pick (Flau’jae Johnson to Seattle)
Round 3: 38th
5-8 | G Kokoro Tanaka
Instant Analysis: The Golden State Valkyries followed the marquee addition of Gabby Williams with a head-scratching trade that sent the No. 8 pick, Flau’jae Johnson, to Seattle for Marta Suarez. While their draft-day decisions continue to raise eyebrows, the Valkyries’ playoff appearance last season validates their unconventional approach to roster construction. Second-round pick Ashlon Jackson adds necessary perimeter defense and backcourt depth. The team also secured the rights to Kokoro Tanaka, a high-speed Japanese facilitator who will remain a draft-and-stash prospect.
One-Month Check-In: Golden State’s draft-night maneuvers remain a head-scratcher one month into the season. The decision to trade away the No. 8 pick looks even more glaring after Marta Suárez was ultimately waived before securing a rotation foothold, especially as Flau’jae Johnson thrives early in Seattle with dynamic two-way production.
Read the Rookie Report: 1 Month Check-In >
End-of-Season Review: 2026 WNBA Rookies: The Final Verdict
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2029?
Outstanding Trades
Incoming: None
Outgoing: None
Instant Analysis: The Valkyrie had an interesting draft, landing a C grade for their selections. Jocyte is an intriguing prospect with upside, but it’s fair to wonder whether Amoore or Van Lith would have been better fits for the new franchise. Sellers was a strong value pick, bringing solid versatility, but Chen feels like a reach given other available options. If Jocyte develops as hoped, this class could prove more impactful than expected, but for now, the Valkyries’ strategy raises questions.
One-Month Check-In: Justė Jocytė, their first-round pick, may not join the team this year as she continues to develop overseas—leaving a key piece of their future still on hold. Shyanne Sellers was waived during training camp, and Kaitlyn Chen was also initially cut but later re-signed. While this class hasn’t made a major impact yet, Jocytė’s long-term development might shift the narrative.
Read the Rookie Report: 1 Month Check-In >
End-of-Season Review: WNBA Rookie Report: The Final Verdict
Three-Year Check-In: Three-year check-in: Where will they be in 2029?
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