Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase leads team to WNBA Finals
The gist
Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase has guided the team to the WNBA Finals in its second season.
Her hands-on style is the focus as the Valkyries play for the title.
How it unfolded
- Aug 26, 2026Nakase coaches the Valkyries against the Connecticut Sun at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn.
- Oct 4, 2026The Valkyries beat the Las Vegas Aces 71-60 in Game 1 of the WNBA semifinals at Chase Center in San Francisco.
- Oct 7, 2026Nakase gives instructions to her players against the Aces in the third quarter of Game 2 of the semifinals.