Valkyries’ second-half comeback falls short as Golden State drops season opener to L.A. Sparks

SAN FRANCISCO —The Golden State Valkyries’ first game in franchise history will go down as a loss, but the expansion team walked off the floor winning over their fans.

In a valiant effort, the Valkyries second-half comeback fell short as they lost their season opener to the Los Angeles Sparks 84-67. The packed crowd at Chase Center gave the Valkyries a standing ovation despite the team going cold in the fourth quarter.

After trailing by just six heading into the fourth quarter, the...