Valkyries Eye Playoff Standings on Road Journey

The Golden State Valkyries are set to begin an important five-game road trip, aiming to strengthen their hold on the second spot in the playoffs. Following a recent defeat, the Valkyries are now closer to the third-place Indiana Fever, with their next home game not until September 18th. This challenging stretch will be crucial for determining their playoff positioning before the league's World Cup break.

The Valkyries will face the Chicago Sky, whom they have split games with at home this season. The Sky, currently six games out of a playoff spot, have won their last two games. A key player for Chicago, Natasha Cloud, recently posted a career-high 35 points in a victory against the New York Liberty, showcasing her offensive capabilities despite having a modest scoring output in previous matchups against Golden State.