The Golden State Valkyries, the WNBA’s newest expansion team, are facing criticism after waiving rookie guard Kaitlyn Chen, with some questioning whether the team unfairly capitalized on her popularity without offering her a spot on the final roster.
Kaitlyn Chen heads to WNBA’s newest team
Kaitlyn Chen was selected 30th overall by the Golden State Valkyries in the third round of the 2025 WNBA draft on Monday, becoming the first player of Taiwanese descent ever drafted into the league.
WNBA welcomes its first Asian American head coach: Natalie Nakase
The Golden State Valkyries have found their head coach with Natalie Nakase taking the job.