Valkyries' Win Streak Comes to an End in Loss to Mystics on Monday Night
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Valkyries' Win Streak Comes to an End in Loss to Mystics on Monday Night

Published on July 21, 2026 under Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
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The Golden State Valkyries fell to the Washington Mystics 90-82 on Monday night at Chase Center. This result marks the end of a historic nine-game win streak, the longest in Valkyries' franchise history. Despite a back and forth battle for majority of the contest, the Valkyries were unable to come back from the Mystics 22-5 scoring run that closed out the fourth quarter. Kaitlyn Chen led the team on offense, recording a career-high 20 points, followed by Kayla Thornton (15) and Veronica Burton (12) scoring in double figures.

Career-High Night for Chen

Kaitlyn Chen had a career performance, setting new highs in both points (20) and assists (6) on Monday night. Attacking in all forms, she shot 8-for-13 from the field with a pair of triples.

Third Quarter Thriller

After eight lead changes in the first half, the momentum shifted in the Valkyries' favor when they went on a 10-2 scoring run, highlighted by four triples in that span, with a pair from Kayla Thornton, to tie it at 52-52.

With just over a minute left in the quarter, Janelle Salaün battled for a steal and earned a technical foul after review. She followed up her made free throw by sinking a dagger of a three pointer to take the advantage at 56-54 and send Ballhalla into an uproar.

Thornton Dialed In From Beyond the Arc

Kayla Thornton was locked in from distance as she recorded four three pointers. She shot an impressive 5-for-8 from the field, finishing with 15 points. Monday was her fifth time recording four three pointers this season.

As a team, Golden State tallied a total of twelve three pointers against the Mystics.

All-Star Recognition

Ahead of Monday night's matchup, All-Star starter Gabby Williams was honored with a tribute video of her loved ones congratulating her on being the first Valkyrie in franchise history to start in an All-Star game. Williams was gifted a framed 2026 All-Star jersey surrounded by her teammates.

Up Next:

The Valkyries' will be back in action after the 2026 WNBA All-Star break, when they play the Phoenix Mercury at Mortgage Matchup Center on Wednesday, July 29 at 7 p.m. PT (WATCH: USA/CNBC,KPIX+ 44/KMAX 31). Fans can tune in to see Gabby Williams starting on the court for Team Coop in the All-Star game at the United Center in Chicago on July 25 at 5:30 p.m. PT (WATCH: ABC).

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