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Janelle Salaün sacrificed a starting role. The Valkyries are reaping the rewards

Golden State Valkyries forward Janelle Salaün has emerged as the leading candidate for the league's top reserve honor after embracing a bench role following her rookie campaign as a regular starter. Her offensive production has fueled a franchise-best postseason journey, highlighted by a dominant opening victory over the Dallas Wings.

Salaün's scoring efficiency has driven the team's historic second-unit performance throughout the campaign, contributing heavily alongside key teammates during a thirty-one win regular season.

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