Golden State Valkyries Set Franchise Record with Seventh Straight Win over Connecticut Sun

The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Connecticut Sun 79‑64 on Friday, July 10, 2026, establishing a franchise‑record seventh consecutive victory. Veronica Burton led the Valkyries with 17 points, while bench player Janelle Salaun added 16 points and four three‑pointers. The win moved Golden State to a 17‑7 record, tying Minnesota and Las Vegas for first place in the WNBA standings.

Golden State opened an 11‑0 run in the second half and held the Sun to six points in the third quarter, limiting Connecticut to 3‑for‑15 shooting. Connecticut’s top scorer was Diamond Miller with 14 points. Notable absences included Sun forward Brittney Griner (left quad strain), Aneesah Morrow (reconditioning) and Saniya Rivers (left ankle sprain); Valkyries forward Gabby Williams missed the game with a back contusion.

A prior preview noted the Valkyries’ league‑leading defense, allowing just 76.7 points per game, and their 97‑70 victory over the Sun in May, underscoring the team’s dominance heading into the matchup.