Kayla Thornton makes 5 of Valkyries' franchise-record 18 3-pointers in 95-77 win over Fire
Kayla Thornton led the Golden State Valkyries to a 95-77 victory over the Portland Fire by scoring 19 points and making five 3-pointers. The Valkyries set a franchise record with 18 3-pointers in the game. Janelle Salaun contributed 18 points off the bench, helping the team maintain a significant lead throughout the match.
- ▪Kayla Thornton made five 3-pointers and had 19 points and eight rebounds.
- ▪The Valkyries set a franchise record with 18 3-pointers in the game.
- ▪Janelle Salaun contributed 18 points off the bench for the Valkyries.
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