The Golden State Valkyries entered the WNBA this season but are already in the mix for the playoffs. Their path to success - against the odds - could provide hope for the Toronto Tempo, who will begin play in the league next season.

Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points to move into sixth place on the WNBA's all-time scoring list and the Seattle Storm beat the Golden State Valkyries 67-58.

Kayla Thornton's professional basketball journey has spanned more than a decade and taken her to eight countries (and one territory) to play for more than a dozen teams. It wasn't until last year that she was drafted for the first time.

But after a 67-58 loss to the Seattle Storm on Wednesday, the Valkyries have now lost their third straight game and their fifth in six games to drop to 10-12 on the season. While boasting a 7-4 record at home, the Valkyries are now 3-8 on the road.

Seattle Storm guard Nneka Ogwumike reached a new height as she lead her team to a win over the Golden State Valkyries.

No WNBA expansion team has ever made the playoffs. Only one has had a winning season. The Valkyries could do both.

WNBA expansion teams usually don't get off to good starts, but the Golden State Valkyries are rewriting that narrative.

Golden State Valkyries activate French center Iliana Rupert, who is set to join the team after the All-Star break

SportsLine's Jimmie Kaylor locked in his picks, predictions, props, and WNBA best bets for the Golden State Valkyries vs. Phoenix Mercury game on Monday