Valkyries, Golden State and Veronica Burton

Sun lose Veronica Burton to Golden State Valkyries in expansion draft
The Connecticut Sun lost unprotected guard Veronica Burton to the Golden State Valkyries in the 2024 WNBA Expansion Draft.
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.
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 select 4 players to begin building roster through WNBA expansion draft
The Golden State Valkyries selected center Iliana Rupert of Atlanta, guard Veronica Burton of Connecticut, guard Carla Leite of Dallas and forward Maria Conde of Chicago
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 select Veronica Burton from Connecticut Sun in WNBA expansion draft
Golden State Valkyries took Veronica Burton from the Connecticut Sun in the WNBA's expansion draft. What to know about the WNBA's newest team.
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.
How the Golden State Valkyries constructed their first WNBA roster
Golden State Valkyries general manager Ohemaa Nyanin and vice president of basketball operations Vanja Černivec met in Nyanin’s office last week to begin a chapter in the franchise’s history. Although Golden State’s expansion draft picks were announced Friday,
Projected Golden State Valkyries starting lineup and depth chart after the WNBA Expansion Draft
Friday night gave us a glimpse at the new look Golden State Valkyries, and the lineups they could be rolling out next season.
Golden State Valkyries announce 2025 schedule and expansion draft picks
The Golden State Valkyries — announced their 2025 schedule and their first 11 draft picks last week. The Valkyries will play a total of 44 games during the regular season, which runs May through September.
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