Kiah Stokes stayed on the court with a Gatorade towel draped over her shoulder and a camera pointed in her face.
Consider the post-game interview her reward after having such a meaningful impact on the Valkyries’ 64-55 victory against the Atlanta Dream that put Golden State up 3-2 in the WNBA Finals.
A cheer broke out from among the moat of lavender surrounding Stokes. At first, it was hard to make out. But the chants gradually picked up steam as more voices joined in. Eventually it became undeniable.
“M-V-P! M-V-P! M-V-P!”
