Janelle Salaün shines as Valkyries defeat Tempo in WNBA clash
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:20 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Janelle Salaün scored a game-high 21 points as the Golden State Valkyries won 92-81 against the Toronto Tempo on August 4, 2026. Salaün, coming off the bench, showcased her shooting skills, hitting 4 of 6 from three-point range in just 21 minutes. Her performance reinforces her status as a leading candidate for the WNBA's Sixth Player of the Year award. The Valkyries now hold a 21-9 record, tied for second-best in the league. Several other players, such as Sophie Cunningham and Tiffany Hayes, have also made notable contributions this season.
- •Salaün scored 21 points on 8-12 shooting.
- •The Valkyries improve to 21-9 with the win.
- •Salaün averages 13.4 points and 3.8 rebounds this season.
- •The Valkyries are tied for the second-best record in the league.
- •Cunningham and Hayes also contribute significantly off the bench.
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"Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaün lit up the Toronto Tempo on Tuesday night. It’s the latest in a string of big-time performances.
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