The Golden State Valkyries will miss Kayla Thornton for many reasons, but with their playoff hopes at stake before the Aug. 7 WNBA trade deadline, they could pursue potential replacements.

All-Star forward Kayla Thornton will miss the remainder the season for the expansion Golden State Valkyries after undergoing surgery on her right knee Friday, the team announced.

The Golden State Valkyries announced Thursday that veteran forward Kayla Thornton will miss Friday night’s matchup against the Dallas Wings due to a lower leg injury.