The Toronto Tempo suffered their seventh consecutive loss, falling to the Golden State Valkyries 92-82. Janelle Salaun led the Valkyries with 21 points, supported by Kayla Thornton's performance of 20 points, including four 3-pointers. Despite a strong start from the Tempo, leading 38-25 midway through the second quarter, they allowed the Valkyries to rally back with a decisive 16-4 run to end the half. The game featured a notable incident when Thornton received a Flagrant 1 foul following an elbow from Aneesah Morrow, who made her debut for Toronto. This loss marks Toronto's 11th defeat in their last 12 games, maintaining their struggle on the court.

By the Numbers
  • Toronto led the game 38-25 midway through the second quarter.
  • Golden State scored 16 points in a row to close the first half, shifting the game's momentum.
  • Janelle Salaun has scored 61 points across three games against the Tempo this season.
State of Play
  • The Tempo have struggled, losing seven consecutive games and 11 of their last 12.
  • Marina Mabrey returned for the Tempo, contributing 12 points in her first game back from injury.
What's Next

Toronto will face the Fire in Chicago on Thursday night, as the team seeks to halt their losing streak. The Valkyries will play at Dallas on Friday, aiming to build on their recent win.

Bottom Line

The Tempo’s ongoing struggles highlight a critical need for strategic adjustments to regain their competitive edge. With their playoff aspirations dwindling, every upcoming game presents crucial opportunities for redemption.