The $7 million forward's role shrinks

Laeticia Amihere, a promising forward for the Golden State Valkyries, has seen her playing time significantly decrease in recent games, with coach Natalie Nakase opting for smaller lineups in crucial moments.

Despite her athleticism and size, Amihere's role has become increasingly unclear, puzzling fans and analysts alike.

A smaller lineup, a bigger problem

The Valkyries have signed center Stephanie Fingall to bolster their roster, but Amihere's absence in crucial moments has left fans wondering if she's still a key player.

Coach Natalie Nakase has been tight-lipped about Amihere's reduced role , redirecting the focus to the team's overall performance.

Amihere's response: staying focused

When asked about her reduced role, Amihere remained tight-lipped, simply stating, 'I'm a professional. Whatever you have to do to keep yourself focused on the next game and practices, that's what I'm going to do.'

Open questions: What's next for Amihere?

As the Valkyries continue to struggle, fans are left wondering if Amihere will find her way back into the lineup or if the team will continue to rely on their smaller, more versatile frontcourt.

Only time will tell if coach Natalie Nakase will find a way to reintegrate Amihere into the lineup or if the Valkyries will conntinue to rely on their current strategy.

A familiar pattern from the 2019 crash

The Golden State Valkyries' struggles against athletic players like Las Vegas' A'ja Wilson and Minnesota's Natasha Howard have made Amihere's lack of playing time all the more confusing.

This shift in strategy has coincided with the team's struggles, making Amihere's role all the more puzzling.