Golden State Valkyries secure ninth straight win over Washington Mystics

In a WNBA matchup at San Francisco's Chase Center, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Washington Mystics, extending their winning streak to nine games. The Valkyries erased a six‑point deficit and finished with a 74‑69 victory after a strong third‑quarter surge that included five of their twelve three‑pointers in the final five minutes and a defensive effort that limited the Mystics to 6‑for‑23 from beyond the arc. Washington, sitting at 12‑12, was led by Shakira Austin and interior players Kiki Iriafen and Lauren Betts, but struggled in close games, losing five of their twelve contests by five points or fewer. Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase praised her team's defensive focus and teamwork as key to the win.