Gabby Williams Analyzes Rough Night As Golden State Valkyries Stumbles Against Chicago Sky

The inaugural season became a massive success for the Golden State Valkyries, who are now trying to achieve even more remarkable goals in the 2026 season. Coach Natalie Nakase already set a target for the franchise, and the addition of Gabby Williams just falls perfectly for the team to achieve that goal.

The team had a solid 2-0 start to the season, but stumbled against the Chicago Sky, who also improved in the offseason and won their opening game. The French star opened up on the loss and also pointed out what impacted the team’s offensive flow.

Gabby Williams Talks About Rough Offensive Night

The former Seattle Storm star had been one of the key additions to the Valkyries team, who lost many front-court players in the offseason. While she played in just three games with the side, she already became one of the team’s primary scorers, as the team scored 90+ points in both opening games.

But the Chicago Sky defense held the team to 63 points, handing them their first loss of the season. Analyzing the game, Williams said, “They did a good job of forcing us into shots that are out of our flow and out of our rhythm.”

“They did a good job of forcing us into shots that are out of our flow and out of our rhythm.”

Gabby Williams on the Valkyries rough night shooting. Also talked about the lack of transition opps.

“We let our offense control what we did on defense today vs the other way around.” pic.twitter.com/QGxAF4rZa3

— Kenzo Fukuda (@kenzofuku) May 14, 2026

“We let our offense control what we did on defense today vs the other way around,” the star added as she spoke about the lack of transition opportunities.

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The Chicago Sky also formed a super team with a mega overhaul in the offseason. After trading Angle Reese, the mega trades confused many, but the team has so far proved to be better equipped than last season. As for the 2025 All-Star, the coach has nothing but high praise for the new acquisition.

Natalie Nakase Praises Gabby Williams Impact in a Short Time

Before joining the side, Williams highlighted how the franchise owner effectively pitched her the plan for the Valkyries. Now, after signing a multi-year contract, the player has become an integral part of that project, and the coach also loves the addition of the 29-year-old.

“We’re just so excited how much she’s sitting really well with us,” Golden State head coach Natalie Nakase said of Williams. “Her selflessness in the way she plays — it just fits perfectly.”

Here’s #Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase and forward Gabby Williams speaking to Dunleavy post practice: https://t.co/6Hnml3leU2 pic.twitter.com/U7jrnfhRgs

— Nathan Canilao (@nathancanilao) April 28, 2026

The player can impact the game on multiple levels as a former All-Defensive team member looks to lead the 2025 expansion team to a championship in the coming seasons.