Kia ora!

New Team Thirteen on the Golden State Valkyries taking the 76-70 win vs the Seattle Storm. Carla Leite’s offense, Veronica Burton’s defense, the coaching of Natalie Nakase and more!

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0:30: General approach to the game: the plan of the coaches, the play of the team

4:00 The defense of the Valkyries: bringing the zone back in a big way. Veronica Burton’s defense, the ability to do multiple things on defense

8:45 The offense of the Valkyries: Carla Leite as a driver, making quick decisions, Temi Fágbénlé as a roller

12:35: Two plays that stood out to me: Carla making things happen

14:30: Closing thoughts