Valkyries' Natalie Nakase is learning her limits: ‘I don't know how to turn it off'
When Golden State Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase collapsed during Friday's playoff game, it was a scary scene. But her moment of utter intensity was unsurprising to those who know her best.
Golden State Valkyries head coach Natalie Nakase, known for her intense work ethic, experiences a physically draining moment during a playoff game against the Dallas Wings. Despite being exhausted and unable to turn off her mental focus, she quickly recovers and leads her team to a victory. Her resilience is attributed to her father's influence, who instilled a passion for basketball in her from a young age.
Nakase, who became the first Asian American head coach in the WNBA in 2025, acknowledges the mental toll of her demanding schedule and emphasizes the importance of self-care, but admits to struggling with finding balance during the season.
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