Golden State outscored Dallas 76-55 over the final three quarters on Friday after Valkyries All-Star guard Kayla Thornton was ruled out for the remainder of the season after suffering a right knee injury in practice that required surgery. Hayes led the way for Golden State with 17 points in the win, and Salaun added 16 in Thornton’s absence.

Paige Bueckers and the Wings led by as many as 12 in the second half but ultimately lost their fifth in six games.

Kayla Thornton's season-ending knee injury leaves a significant gap for the 10-12 Valkyries as they host the 7-17 Wings, who are coming off a convincing win against Seattle.