Oh! Thank you for mentioning that as well! I'm so used to Dubs games on NBC Sports Bay Area, it honestly didn't register in my mind that it'd be on a separate channel lol
Spoiler, they are expecting 12 or 13 wins, which would be better than expansion teams have done historically, but still put them at or near the bottom of the league.
Nice work with the live game updates, Eric! Saw the game on league pass late last night. Apparently, it's not blacked out here in the East Bay. Although the team is lacking in star power, looks like Coach Nakase has them trying to play the right way.
Really disappointed that the TV broadcast didn't show the halftime kids playing!
Now that I've watched a game and got to know the players a little, I am even more invested in knowing who will make the team (Amihere and Vanloo better make it!). Can't believe they have to figure it our with only 2 preseason games.
Was there ever anymore information about why they cut Sellers so early in the process?
Natalie Nakase on Sellers to reporters today: “She did everything that we wanted her to. It's just that I have to choose the best 12 that fit. It doesn't mean it's the most talented. It means it's the best 12, and we have a very competitive camp, and so had to make a decision on that line.”
>Feels like something unspoken there, but we can only guess about it. And I infer it must be serious and clear to make a drastic move like that.
Yeah, that's why I asked. I really wanted to know the details, but as the Dread Pirate Roberts/Westley says to Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride: get used to disappointment. ;)
I'm really glad you mentioned KPIX+, Eric. Had no idea I even had that channel until you posted it haha
It is, in fact, the official channel of GSV!
Oh! Thank you for mentioning that as well! I'm so used to Dubs games on NBC Sports Bay Area, it honestly didn't register in my mind that it'd be on a separate channel lol
ESPN article on expectations for Year 1:
https://www.espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/45042765/wnba-golden-state-valkyries-2025-expansion-team-history-projection-prediction
Spoiler, they are expecting 12 or 13 wins, which would be better than expansion teams have done historically, but still put them at or near the bottom of the league.
Wahoo, going to the opening game!!
Anyone else going?
Game 2 for me ✌️
Lucky you! I’ll be there in the press section!
Nice work with the live game updates, Eric! Saw the game on league pass late last night. Apparently, it's not blacked out here in the East Bay. Although the team is lacking in star power, looks like Coach Nakase has them trying to play the right way.
Intriguing news about the non-blackout. Sometimes they do that during a promotional period and then… surprise!
Really disappointed that the TV broadcast didn't show the halftime kids playing!
Now that I've watched a game and got to know the players a little, I am even more invested in knowing who will make the team (Amihere and Vanloo better make it!). Can't believe they have to figure it our with only 2 preseason games.
Was there ever anymore information about why they cut Sellers so early in the process?
Halftime show not shown on League Pass
It is possible that WNBA League Pass will show it… I haven’t purchased it yet.
On Sellers:
Marisa Ingemi @mingemi.bsky.social said 3 days ago:
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Natalie Nakase on Sellers to reporters today: “She did everything that we wanted her to. It's just that I have to choose the best 12 that fit. It doesn't mean it's the most talented. It means it's the best 12, and we have a very competitive camp, and so had to make a decision on that line.”
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And then yesterday game day,
@mingemi.bsky.social
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Natalie Nakase wouldn't discuss Shyanne Sellers being waived today.
"I kind of addressed that last time, so I'm just kind of just gonna move on and just focus on the players at hand."
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Feels like something unspoken there, but we can only guess about it. And I infer it must be serious and clear to make a drastic move like that.
>Feels like something unspoken there, but we can only guess about it. And I infer it must be serious and clear to make a drastic move like that.
Yeah, that's why I asked. I really wanted to know the details, but as the Dread Pirate Roberts/Westley says to Inigo Montoya in The Princess Bride: get used to disappointment. ;)
“Next 3 from Martin is a splash, but Fagbenle moving screen. Clear sign of spiritual cooperation with GSW”
You’re off to a great start, Mr. Press Pass. Well done!
Wow that was a surprisingly fun game although first half severe lack of ball in the basket. Amihere was great, really hope she makes the roster.
GSV missed their first 13 threes! Amihere is an offensive talent for sure.