And when she drilled it, cutting New York’s lead to a point with 11.4 seconds remaining, Martin did more than keep alive the Valkyries’ pursuit of victory, more than provoke a higher octave from Chase Center’s roar. She authored a moment. Her moment. One that could reverberate into the remaining season.

Kate Martin had arguably the best game of her young WNBA career on Wednesday night as her Golden State Valkyries fell to Sabrina Ionescu and the defending champion New York Liberty, 81-78. In front of another sold-out crowd at Chase Center,

Former Iowa women's star Kate Martin scored a career-high 21 points in the Golden State Valkyries' 81-78 loss to the New York Liberty on June 25.