# Golden State Valkyries Triumph over Indiana Fever: A Night of Thrilling Basketball
**SAN FRANCISCO** — In a nail-biting encounter on Thursday night, the Golden State Valkyries triumphed over the Indiana Fever with a final score of **88-77**. This victory was pivotal for the Valkyries, who showcased their resilience against a determined Fever team.
## Key Performers
### Kayla Thornton Shines
– **Points Scored:** 16
– **Rebounds:** 6
Kayla Thornton emerged as a standout performer, sinking two crucial three-pointers in the final minutes, sealing the game for Golden State.
### Caitlin Clark’s Efforts
– **Points:** 11
– **Assists:** 9
– **Rebounds:** 7
Despite having a challenging night shooting — finishing 3 for 14 from the field — Clark’s key layup with 4:12 remaining in the game brought Indiana within two points.
## Game Highlights
– The Valkyries sold out their **sixth consecutive home game**, igniting passionate cheers from an enthusiastic crowd. This game was eagerly anticipated by the franchise since the season schedule was announced.
– Early on, Golden State established a **7-2 lead**, only for Indiana to respond fiercely. They launched a **14-0 scoring run**, forcing the Valkyries into a lengthy **6:20 scoring drought**.
### Momentum Shifts
– Veronica Burton contributed significantly, hitting a three-pointer with **5:49** left, which sparked a critical comeback for Golden State.
– Tiffany Hayes’ go-ahead layup at **8 minutes** left in the game, coupled with Chloe Bibby’s quick basket afterward, shifted the momentum, putting the Valkyries up **64-61**.
## Standout Statistics
### Indiana Fever
– **Aliyah Boston:** 17 points, 12 rebounds
– **Kate Martin (Off the Bench):** 9 points, 5 rebounds
Despite Clark’s struggles, her teammate Boston’s performance was a bright spot for Indiana. Boston nailed a three-pointer at the **halftime buzzer**, giving the Fever a **44-38** lead at the break.
### Golden State Valkyries
– Both teams played aggressively without incident, a stark contrast to the previous matchup between the Fever and the Connecticut Sun, which saw multiple ejections.
## Upcoming Games
– The **Indiana Fever** will face the **Las Vegas Aces** this Sunday.
– Meanwhile, the **Golden State Valkyries** will welcome the **Connecticut Sun** at home.
## Conclusion
This victory not only improves the Valkyries’ record to **6-6** but cements their position as a formidable team within the league, making their upcoming games essential viewing for basketball enthusiasts.
For further details on the Golden State Valkyries and their season outcomes, check out [ESPN](https://www.espn.com), and for information on Indiana Fever’s performance, visit [WNBA](https://www.wnba.com).
