Janelle Salaun scores 22 as Valkyries edge Storm 76-72

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Janelle Salaun scores 22 as Valkyries edge Storm 76-72
Summary

Janelle Salaun scored 22 points and made five 3-pointers for the Golden State Valkyries in their 76-72 victory over the Seattle Storm on June 12 in Seattle. Gabby Williams added 19 points against her former team, helping Golden State fend off a late comeback attempt. The Valkyries, who led by as many as 15, struggled in the final quarter, making just one field goal but held on for the win. Seattle's Natisha Hiedeman scored a career-high 26 points, but the Storm has now lost eight consecutive games. Golden State is set to begin a three-game homestand against Los Angeles next.

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  • Valkyries led 40-38 at halftime.
  • Seattle cut the deficit to 71-70 late in the game.
  • Golden State shot 20 of 23 from the free-throw line.
  • Tiffany Hayes contributed 17 points off the bench.
  • Seattle will face Portland next on June 16.
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  • 5:01 AMYahoo SportsJanelle Salaun scores 22, Gabby Williams adds 19 and the Valkyries held off the Storm 76-72
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