Juste Jocyte made history as the first player to get her name called by the Golden State Valkyries.
The Valkyries made Jocyte the franchise's first-ever pick with the fifth overall selection in the 2025 WNBA Draft.
The six-foot star from Lithuania has showcased her scoring skills overseas with her professional team in Lyon, France. In 2025, she's been dominant on the world stage, including a recent 22-point effort against Belgium in the EuroBasket qualifiers. The young superstar has been playing basketball professionally since she was 14.
Jocyte is a versatile international player who can play any guard position. She is really effective on the pick-and-roll and has impressive toughness and fundamental skills for someone who turns 20 on Nov. 19.
Although Jocyte won't immediately be seen as a franchise player with the Valkyries, she has a high ceiling and the potential to develop her already impressive skills as she matures as a player.
—with files from the Associated Press
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