Connecticut Sun guard Veronica Burton taken by Golden State Valkyries in WNBA expansion draft
The Golden State Valkyries selected Connecticut Sun guard and New England native Veronica Burton in the WNBA expansion draft Friday night.
Newton’s Veronica Burton among 11 players selected by Golden State Valkyries in WNBA expansion draft
SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Valkyries selected Newton native Veronica Burton, center Iliana Rupert of Atlanta, guard Carla Leite of Dallas, and forward Maria Conde of Chicago with their initial picks of the WNBA expansion draft on Friday, the first players for the new Bay Area franchise that’s set to begin play next season.
WNBA expansion mock draft: Who should the Golden State Valkyries have their eye on?
The Lynx’s depth helped lead them to the WNBA Finals, but they should be watched closely heading into the expansion draft. Team president and head coach Cheryl Reeve will have to make difficult decisions about who to protect, though no matter what she decides, high-potential or high-impact players will be available.
2024 WNBA Golden State expansion draft predictions, including 3 surprise roster decisions
The 2024 WNBA Golden State expansion draft is just days away, which means it’s time to predict how one of the league’s newest teams will build its roster.
WNBA Golden State Expansion Draft
1. Iliana Rupert, C, Atlanta Dream. 2. Maria Conde, F, Chicago Sky. 3. Veronica Burton, G, Connecticut Sun. 4. Carla Leite, G, Dallas Wings. 5. Temi Fagbenle, C, Indiana Fever. 6. Kate Martin, G, Las Vegas Aces. 7. Steph Talbot, F, Los Angeles Sparks. 8. Cecilia Zandalasini, F, Minnesota Lynx. 9. Kayla Thornton, F, New York Liberty.
Golden State Valkyries build foundation with 2024 WNBA expansion draft picks
Looking ahead, Golden State holds the fifth, 17th, and 30th picks in the 2025 WNBA Draft presented by State Farm. The team will make its official debut on May 16, hosting the Los Angeles Sparks at 10 p.m. ET. The Sparks feature stars like three-time All-Star Dearica Hamby and 2024 All-Rookie Team honoree Rickea Jackson.
Golden State Valkyries Begin Constructing Inaugural Roster with 11 Selections in 2024 WNBA Expansion Draft Presented by State Farm®
The Golden State Valkyries began the process of building their inaugural roster by selecting 11 players in the 2024 WNBA Expansion Draft presented by State Farm®
Golden State Valkyries select Veronica Burton from Connecticut Sun in WNBA expansion draft
The Golden State Valkyries selected guard Veronica Burton from the Connecticut Sun in the first WNBA expansion draft since 2008 on Friday.
Golden State Valkyries pick their players for 2025 in WNBA expansion draft. See list
The Golden State Valkyries began assembling their roster for their 2025 WNBA debut. See who the team picked in the expansion draft.
Ride of the Valkyries starts with 11 players taken in WNBA expansion draft
The WNBA’s 13th team stocks its roster, including former Mystics guard Julie Vanloo, a rookie last season at 31.
What to expect next from the Golden State Valkyries after WNBA expansion draft
The Golden State Valkyries have taken their first steps toward building a roster for their inaugural season in 2025, and Friday’s expansion draft suggests there will be significantly more turnover for them in the near future.
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