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Kate Martin Aims for Breakthrough in WNBA Season

10/2/2025

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Kate Martin enters her third WNBA season with the Golden State Valkyries, as coach Natalie Nakase drafted her in the expansion draft.
Her scoring rose from 2.6 to 6.2 points per game, but 31.9% shooting remains a concern.
She must improve her 3-point shot and scoring inside the arc to strengthen her role, and fourth-quarter reliability will be essential.

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Story summary

Kate Martin enters her third WNBA season with the Golden State Valkyries, as coach Natalie Nakase drafted her in the expansion draft.
Her scoring rose from 2.6 to 6.2 points per game, but 31.9% shooting remains a concern.
She must improve her 3-point shot and scoring inside the arc to strengthen her role, and fourth-quarter reliability will be essential.