Nakase ready to coach Valkyries, acknowledges wake-up call of on-court collapse

Natalie Nakase is confirmed to be well enough to coach the Valkyries in the upcoming WNBA semifinals. Her return follows a health incident during the first round of the playoffs, where she collapsed on the sideline.

In the wake of the on-court collapse, Nakase acknowledged the event as a necessary wake-up call regarding her demanding professional lifestyle. She has stated that she is actively taking steps to address and manage her extreme work ethic moving forward.