Valkyries End Lynx Win Streak; Reese Sets WNBA Rebound Record

The Golden State Valkyries handed the Minnesota Lynx an 80-66 defeat on Monday night, snapping the league leaders' six-game win streak and keeping their own hopes for the No. 1 playoff seed alive. The victory, which took place in Minneapolis, marked the Valkyries' first-ever win over the Lynx after nine consecutive losses across two seasons.

The Valkyries' league-leading defense was the decisive factor, holding the Lynx to 36% shooting from the field. Minnesota's offense was stifled, with star rookie Olivia Miles held to just 8 points on 3-of-12 shooting. Veteran Napheesa Collier was also limited to 9 points. The Valkyries' defensive pressure generated 21 points off turnovers, disrupting the Lynx's rhythm and creating transition opportunities.

Golden State's offense was balanced, with five players scoring in double figures. Cecilia Zandalasini led the team with 18 points, while Veronica Burton filled the stat sheet with 14 points, 9 assists, 4 rebounds, and 5 steals. The win improved the Valkyries' record to 26-11 and kept them in contention for the top seed, as they have seven games remaining compared to the Lynx's five.

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