Golden State Valkyries discuss offseason plans and Janelle Salaün's future

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Last updated Nov 3, 2026

Golden State Valkyries discuss offseason plans and Janelle Salaün's future
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Golden State Valkyries general manager Ohemaa Nyanin addressed the team's future after winning their first WNBA championship. Key players like Kayla Thornton, Cecilia Zandalasini, and Tiffany Hayes are set to become free agents, raising questions about the team's roster continuity next season. Nyanin emphasized the need to assess player performance and construct a competitive roster moving forward. Janelle Salaün, a critical player who did not participate in the last three Finals games, has her future with the team uncertain, as Nyanin stated decisions will be made later. The team will celebrate their championship with a parade from Oakland to San Francisco shortly.

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  • •Golden State Valkyries won their first championship this season.
  • •Several key players are set to become free agents this offseason.
  • •Janelle Salaün's future with the team remains uncertain.
  • •Nyanin is focused on evaluating the roster for next season.
  • •A championship parade is planned from Oakland to San Francisco.
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  • 9:06 PMYahoo Sports — What Valkyries GM is saying about Janelle Salaün, free agents and offseason plans
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Ohemaa Nyanin barely settled into her job as Golden State Valkyries general manager before reaching the WNBA mountaintop. Now a new challenge begins for the front office.

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