Justė Jocytė expresses uncertainty about future with Valkyries
CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 11, 2026, 12:44 AM
Last updated Nov 11, 2026
Justė Jocytė, the No. 5 pick in the 2025 WNBA Draft, has raised concerns about her future with the Golden State Valkyries. Following limited playing time during her rookie season, she revealed frustrations about her relationship with head coach Natalie Nakase and unclear communication regarding her role. Valkyries owner Joe Lacob acknowledged her competitive nature and expressed hope for her return, emphasizing her potential. The situation adds pressure to the Valkyries as they navigate their roster and potential moves in the offseason.
- •Jocytė averaged 3.1 points in 16 games this season.
- •She played five minutes during the playoffs.
- •Coach Nakase's inconsistent explanations troubled Jocytė.
- •Valkyries owner Joe Lacob expressed desire to retain her.
- •Jocytė's contract runs through 2028 with a team option for 2029.
- 12:44 AMCBS Sports — Justė Jocytė's WNBA future in doubt? Why Valkyries under pressure to resolve drama with prized Euro prospect
"Jocytė, the No. 5 pick in the 2025 draft, didn't see much time this season, but could be an important part of the Valkyries' future
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