The Valkyries rallied from a 14-point halftime deficit and tied the game two separate times in the second half, but fell just short in the end as Laeticia Amihere’s buzzer-beating 3-pointer cut the Los Angeles lead from four as the clock hit zeroes.

Reporter Kelsi Thorud talked with players from the WNBA's Golden State Valkyries about playing for the home crowd at Chase Center and getting ready for regular season.

All eyes were on the Golden State Valkyries last night — and they didn't disappoint. Driving the news: In their inaugural game — a preseason match at a crowded Chase Center — the Valkyries nearly beat the Los Angeles Sparks despite trailing by as much as 14 points in the first half.