Janelle Salaun stands out as leading candidate for WNBA Sixth Player of the Year
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 4:15 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
Janelle Salaun of the Golden State Valkyries has emerged as a leading candidate for the WNBA Sixth Player of the Year award. Showing consistent impact throughout the season, Salaun averages 13.1 points per game, shooting 42.6% overall and 39.8% from beyond the arc. Her notable performances include a 26-point game against the Toronto Tempo on July 8 and a pivotal 21-point second-half contribution in a recent game that helped the Valkyries secure a 92-81 victory over the same team on August 8. Salaun’s ability to change game momentum off the bench has established her as one of the most reliable scorers in the league.
- •Janelle Salaun averages 13.1 points in 22.3 minutes per game.
- •She has a shooting percentage of 42.6% and 39.8% from three-point range.
- •Salaun scored a game-high 26 points against the Toronto Tempo on July 8.
- •Her 21-point performance in the second half helped secure a recent win.
- •Salaun's bench scoring has been vital for the Valkyries this season.
- 4:15 PMYahoo Sports — Janelle Salaun Is Making a Strong Case for Sixth Player of the Year
"This WNBA season has featured several impactful bench players who have helped shape their team’s success. However, few have been as consistently impactful as Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaun. Whether it’s knocking down three-pointers, providing instant offense, or bringing energy on both ends of the floor, Salaun has proven to be a reliable reserve for […] The post Janelle Salaun Is Making a Strong Case for Sixth Player of the Year appeared first on The Lead.
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