"Opportunity is a big thing, and it's a big factor in this league and I've been grateful to have an opportunity to play and compete, Burton told the Bay Area News Group earlier this season. I've had a coaching staff and teammates that instill a lot of confidence in me, and that goes a long way in terms of success on court, and so just a lot of work and repetition. But also just opportunity and trust as well."
"The 5-foot-9 point guard burst onto the scene in an increased role with the expansion Valkyries. Burton, 25, was the only player on the Valkyries to start in all 44 games with averages of 11.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game. She is the first player in WNBA history to improve her per-game averages by over eight points, four assists and two rebounds compared to the prior season."
Veronica Burton was named the WNBA Most Improved Player after a breakout season with the expansion Golden State Valkyries. Burton started all 44 games and averaged 11.9 points, 4.4 rebounds and 6.0 assists per game. She became the first player in WNBA history to increase per-game averages by over eight points, four assists and two rebounds from the previous season. Burton finished third in assists per game and had multiple 10+ assist games without turnovers. The Valkyries reached the playoffs in their inaugural season, and teammates and coach received additional Associated Press honors.
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