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Warriors receive positive injury update on Moses Moody
Moses Moody is hoping to begin on-court work in September as he recovers from the patellar tendon injury he sustained in March. Jimmy Butler III is also sidelined but targeting a potential Christmas Day return.
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Salaün Shines in Valkyries' Victory Over the Tempo
The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Toronto Tempo 96-79 at Chase Center, led by Janelle Salaün's 24 points and four three-pointers. Veronica Burton added 17 points and three triples, while Tiffany Hayes moved into 28th on the WNBA all-time scoring list.
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Final Injury Report for Tempo vs. Valkyries
Gabby Williams is listed as questionable for the Valkyries ahead of their matchup with the Toronto Tempo, while Iliana Rupert remains out for the remainder of the season. For the Tempo, Aneesah Morrow and Brittney Sykes are ruled out, and Marina Mabrey is questionable.
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Warriors sign guard Gary Payton II
Golden State officially re-signed guard Gary Payton II. The 33-year-old played a career-high 73 games last season and led the team in field goal percentage.
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Warriors sign guard De'Anthony Melton
Golden State re-signed guard De'Anthony Melton to a contract. The 28-year-old averaged a career-high 12.3 points, 3.2 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.6 steals in 49 games last season.
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WNBA's Valkyries Unveil Custom 'Chase Freedom' Court
Golden State revealed its alternate 'Chase Freedom Court' featuring a blue gradient design and the team's initials at center court. The floor debuted during a pair of matchups against the Toronto Tempo.
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Draymond Green signs 1-year deal to stay with Warriors
Draymond Green agreed to a one-year, $27.7 million deal through the 2026-27 season, returning for his 15th season with Golden State.
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Cecilia Zandalasini Has Highest-Scoring Quarter of Career in Valkyries' Loss to Mercury
Cecilia Zandalasini scored 11 of her team-high 16 points in the second quarter, but the Valkyries fell 91-89 to the Phoenix Mercury. Janelle Salaün made WNBA history with her 69th three-pointer of the season, the most ever by a reserve in a single season.
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Warriors get significant Jimmy Butler injury update, new target return date
Jimmy Butler III, who suffered a torn ACL on January 19, 2026, is reportedly targeting a return as early as Christmas Day, well ahead of earlier projections that had him out until the All-Star break.
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Valkyries' Nine-Game Winning Streak Solidifies Them Among WNBA's Best
Golden State enters the All-Star break with a franchise-record nine-game winning streak, the WNBA's best defense and highest-scoring bench, and second place in the league standings.
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Report: Warriors rejected trade offer for Trey Murphy III revealed
Sports Illustrated reports that Golden State's offer of two first-round picks for Pelicans wing Trey Murphy III was rejected, with New Orleans reportedly wanting three first-round picks plus a young player.
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Golden State Valkyries' defense and chemistry fueled by Gabby Williams and Janelle Salaün
The Mercury News breaks down how Gabby Williams and Janelle Salaün are shaping the Valkyries' identity on defense and building chemistry on the expansion franchise.
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Steve Kerr reportedly has told Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg he 'might start'
After earning Summer League MVP honors, No. 11 pick Yaxel Lendeborg says Steve Kerr has told him there's a possibility he could be part of the starting rotation when the 2026-27 season begins.
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Warriors next plans revealed after LeBron James chooses 76ers
With LeBron James officially signing with Philadelphia, Golden State is moving on to re-signing Draymond Green and filling its remaining roster spots on a limited budget.
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Warriors rumors: Dubs insider claims Golden State exploring major move
A Warriors insider reports the front office is actively exploring a significant roster move as they reshape the rotation around Stephen Curry.
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NBA G League Two-Way tracker: follow every two-way contract
The official G League two-way player tracker shows which NBA players are signed to two-way contracts and eligible to move between the parent club and their affiliate.
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Veronica Burton on faith, San Francisco, and the Golden State Valkyries
Andscape profiles Valkyries guard Veronica Burton, exploring her Christian faith, her move to the Bay, and what it means to build community in a new WNBA market.
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Valkyries 2026 All-Star Weekend Preview
Gabby Williams earns her first All-Star start as a member of Team Coop, while Janelle Salaün becomes the first Valkyrie to compete in the State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest.
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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert's blueprint for the Valkyries competing
Commissioner Cathy Engelbert outlines how expansion franchises like the Golden State Valkyries are positioned to build competitive rosters and grow the WNBA's West Coast presence.
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Valkyries stretch win streak to nine with victory over Mystics
Golden State beat the Washington Mystics at Chase Center to extend their franchise-best winning streak to nine games.
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2026 WNBA Power Rankings: Week 9
The latest WNBA-wide power rankings, tracking where the Valkyries land as their nine-game winning streak reshapes the league pecking order.
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Warriors beat Grizzlies to win NBA Summer League 2026 championship
Golden State's Summer League squad capped a dominant run in Las Vegas, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies to take home the championship trophy.
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NBA schedule release delayed as league waits on LeBron James
The 2026-27 NBA schedule remains unreleased because LeBron James has not yet signed, leaving schedule-makers unable to finalize national TV matchups.
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Warriors get important trade update on 26-year-old center
Charles Bassey has waived his implicit no-trade clause with Golden State, giving the Warriors added flexibility to move the big man during the 2026-27 season.
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Yaxel Lendeborg leads Warriors to Summer League win against Mavericks
No. 11 overall pick Yaxel Lendeborg scored 21 points to lead Golden State past Dallas in its 2026 Las Vegas Summer League opener.
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Golden State Warriors Transactions 2026
Track every Warriors roster move throughout the 2026 calendar year, including signings, re-signings, extensions, and trades.
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How Chance McMillian is earning a Warriors Summer League roster spot
NBC Sports Bay Area reports on how undrafted guard Chance McMillian is making his case for a roster spot with the Warriors during Summer League play.
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Warriors sign Kristaps Porziņģis to multi-year contract extension
Golden State locked up Kristaps Porziņģis with a multi-year contract extension, keeping the big man in the Bay as the Warriors build out their frontcourt.
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Golden State Warriors take Lajae Jones in 2026 NBA Draft
Lajae Jones is getting his shot in the NBA after being selected by Golden State in the 2026 NBA Draft.
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Golden State Warriors select Yaxel Lendeborg with the No. 11 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft
Lendeborg is a multi-time defensive award winner in college. The Warriors see him as a fit who can contribute right away.
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Santa Cruz Warriors announce 15th year anniversary in Santa Cruz
The Sea Dubs celebrate 15 seasons in Santa Cruz, highlighting their legacy of player development and community connection on the Central Coast.
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Santa Cruz Warriors Announce Six Home Dates for 2026-27 Season
The Sea Dubs announced six priority home game dates for their historic 15th season in Santa Cruz, plus a continued giveaway tradition for the first 1,000 fans at Kaiser Permanente Arena.
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Warriors Draft Watch Party presented by Carta to be held at Thrive City on June 23
Golden State will host a free outdoor draft watch party at Thrive City for fans to watch the 2026 NBA Draft together.
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