Why did the Valkyries cut Kate Martin? 2 reasons stand out
The Valkyries have cut guard Kate Martin.
The Golden State Valkyries' highly unusual offseason continues as the team has waived guard Kate Martin. Martin joined Golden State in the team's 2024 WNBA expansion draft ahead of its first season in 2025. She averaged 6.
2 points and 2. 7 rebounds for Golden State during its inaugural campaign. Martin started off her career with the Las Vegas Aces as a second-round pick in 2024, the same draft as her Iowa teammate and close friend Caitlin Clark.
Why did the Valkyries waive Martin, who held a valuable bench role with the franchise last year? Well, Martin had been battling a Grade II right quad strain. However, the team shared she'd been improving from the injury and was being reevaluated on a day-to-day basis leading up to the season.
It's also possible that the Valkyries have found depth guards that they prefer over Martin. It's possible Golden State could bring her back on a developmental deal, but it's possible she'll continue her career elsewhere on a 12-person main roster. We'll have to see how Martin progresses from her injury to determine what's next for her.