Veronica Burton prepares for pivotal role in Valkyries' playoff run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:57 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Veronica Burton is poised to play a crucial role for the Golden State Valkyries as they head into the WNBA playoffs. With a record of 31-11, the Valkyries, in their second year, have shown strength thanks to their defense and depth. Burton, a point guard known for her unselfish play, has improved her scoring this season and may need to take on a more offensive role as the playoffs progress. As the team approaches their postseason opener, the spotlight is on whether she can adapt her game against elite competition.
- •Valkyries enter playoffs with the second-best record in the WNBA.
- •Burton averages 12 points and 5.7 assists per game this season.
- •She ranks sixth in assists and steals as of Monday.
- •Burton's improved shooting percentage indicates increased offensive aggression.
- •The playoffs will test her capacity to adapt her scoring approach.
- 1:57 AMYahoo Sports — Veronica Burton has been essential to Valkyries' success. Will she deliver in the playoffs?
"Golden State point guard Veronica Burton improved her shooting this year after a 2025 breakthrough. Now the Valkyries may need her to create more offense in the postseason.
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