Golden State Valkyries 70, Seattle Storm 57: Golden State came away with the win Saturday at Chase Center behind Kaila Charles, whose 16 points, 12 rebounds and four steals set the tone in a 13-point result that featured a decisive second quarter.

Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown

First Quarter: Valkyries 21, Storm 19

Golden State established a narrow edge in the opening period, taking a 21-19 lead into the second quarter. Seattle stayed within range early, but the Valkyries’ two-point advantage gave the home side a platform for the game-changing stretch that followed.

Second Quarter: Valkyries 28, Storm 6

The Valkyries took control before halftime, outscoring Seattle 28-6 in the second quarter. Golden State entered the break ahead 49-25 after limiting the Storm to six points across 10 minutes, creating the margin that ultimately decided the game.

Third Quarter: Storm 21, Valkyries 15

Seattle responded after halftime with its best offensive quarter, winning the third 21-15. Flau’jae Johnson led the Storm with 17 points overall, and Seattle trimmed six points from its deficit, though Golden State still held a 64-46 advantage entering the fourth.

Fourth Quarter: Storm 11, Valkyries 6

The pace slowed considerably in the final period, with neither team reaching double figures until late. Seattle again won the quarter, 11-6, but Golden State’s halftime cushion was more than enough to secure the 70-57 final.

Key Performers

  • Kaila Charles, Golden State: 16 points, 12 rebounds and four steals. Charles recorded a double-double and led the Valkyries on the glass.
  • Tiffany Hayes, Golden State: Six assists. Hayes directed an offense that produced 22 assists on 26 made field goals.
  • Flau’jae Johnson, Seattle: 17 points, a game-high total.
  • Awa Fam, Seattle: Nine rebounds, leading the Storm’s work on the boards.

NerdSports Stat: Golden State scored 28 points in the second quarter, three more than Seattle produced during the entire first half.

Game Analysis

Golden State’s second-quarter execution separated the teams. The Valkyries made 26 field goals and assisted on 22 of them, a strong indicator of their ball movement throughout the victory. They also won the rebounding battle 42-36 and made nine three-pointers.

Seattle finished 21-for-63 from the field, or 33.3%, and could not recover from its six-point second quarter. The Storm improved offensively after halftime, outscoring Golden State 32-21 over the final two periods, but the early deficit left too much ground to make up.

Closing Context

The win moves Golden State to 31-11 overall and 17-5 at home, while Seattle falls to 8-34 and 2-19 on the road. The Valkyries next host Portland on Tuesday, September 22, while the Storm continue their schedule Sunday, September 20, against Las Vegas.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who won the Golden State Valkyries vs Seattle Storm game on September 19, 2026?

Golden State Valkyries defeated Seattle Storm 70-57 on September 19, 2026.

How many points did Flau’jae Johnson score?

Flau’jae Johnson scored 17 points; her individual shooting percentage was not listed in the supplied box score.

What are Golden State Valkyries’ standings after this game?

After the win, Golden State sits 31-11 in the league standings.

Who was the best player in the game?

Kaila Charles was the standout performer with 16 points, 12 rebounds and four steals.