Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase collapsed...

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Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase collapsed while speaking to an official late in the fourth quarter of Friday night's win over the Dallas Wings in Game 3 of their first-round series. The Valkyries told ESPN's Kendra Andrews that Nakase collapsed after feeling exhausted and lightheaded but that she was feeling fine after the game. Nakase is expected to coach Game 1 of the semifinals against the Las Vegas Aces on Sunday, the team said.

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Oct 3, 2026, 01:34 AM

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