Veronica Burton scores 25 points as Valkyries edge Mercury 87-81
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:16 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Veronica Burton recorded 25 points and eight assists to help the Golden State Valkyries secure an 87-81 victory over the Phoenix Mercury on June 9. Burton scored 19 points in the first half, contributing to a dominant 49-32 halftime lead. Gabby Williams also added 25 points for the Valkyries. The Mercury mounted a comeback, with Alyssa Thomas leading the team with 22 points, but fell short as the Valkyries held on. Despite a strong third quarter, Phoenix could not overcome the deficit. Both teams will face each other again on July 29 in Phoenix.
- •Burton scored 19 of her 25 points in the first half.
- •Valkyries led 49-32 at halftime.
- •Gabby Williams contributed 25 points.
- •Alyssa Thomas recorded 22 points, nine assists for the Mercury.
- •Teams meet again on July 29 in Phoenix.
- 4:16 AMYahoo Sports — Veronica Burton scores 25 points, dishes out 8 assists as Valkyries hold off Mercury for 87-81 win
"Veronica Burton scored 19 of her 25 points in the first half as Golden State quickly built a big lead and also dished out eight assists, Gabby Williams added 25 points, and the Valkyries held off the Phoenix Mercury for an 87-81 win Tuesday night. Burton made 5 of her 7 shots in the initial two quarters and finished 7 for 15 from the floor. Janelle Salaun contributed 11 points and five rebounds off the bench for the Valkyries, who shot 57.1% on the way to a 49-32 lead at intermission and 44.3% for the game.
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