The Golden State Valkyries took a big blow when it was announced that All-Star Forward Kayla Thornton would be out for the rest season after suffering a right knee injury. On this episode of Locked On Women's Basketball Valkyries Report host Matthew Walter is joined by the Athletic's and KPIX's Zena Keita to talk about how the Valkyries adjust with Thornton out for the season. They also discuss their first two games since the All-Star break and what they need to see from Golden State for the rest of their five game road trip.

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