On September 17, 2025 San Jose hosted the Golden State Valkyries WNBA team in their first ever home playoff game.
Following a 28-18 season the Valkyries made their playoff debut behind coach Natalie Nakase, who played for the defunct WNBL’s San Jose Spiders.
Due to a scheduling conflict at Chase Center, the Valkyries home arena, SAP Center in San Jose was chosen to host game 2 of the series against the Minnesota Lynx.
Going into the game after a loss in Minnesota, the Valkyries hoped to even the series at 1 and 1. However following a 17-point lead the Valkyries collapsed, losing 74-73 to end their inaugural season.
San Jose has been home to two other professional women’s basketball teams, including the San Jose Lasers and the San Jose Spiders.
