Dear Golden State,
Well, you did it! I want to start off by saying that I was not pulling for you to win it all. After knocking my Wings out of the playoffs, I was going for everyone else.
After I downed that haterade, I was completely in awe in what you were able to accomplish in such a short amount of time. During the preseason you had so many doubters, including myself. I will admit that.
Selling out all of your home games in TWO seasons was truly great to see! Every organization is going to want to model that. Ballhalla is a beast to play in. Your fans backed you from day 1 and there is no stopping them.
To not have a single player on the All-WNBA first or second team is crazy work. I am certain that will change next year. Your MVP Gabby Willams should have made it. Also, Natalie Nakase was cheated out of Coach of the Year. I am sure that will change as well. Everything about you just felt different. A good different. A warm and fuzzy different.
Defense has been your staple and that will always keep you near the top. Your core is amazing and the toughness does not let up when your bench subs in.
GSV was a true vibe. You could feel all of the love from for fans and for yourselves. It was a joy to watch you dominate this season. You really put the world on notice.
You are not an expansion team. You are THE team. I cannot wait to see what you do next year. You are really going to be a (what’s your favorite word?) B*tch to play against and I am here for it.
With love,
-WL