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In this episode, we’re shining the spotlight on Janelle Salaün, the Valkyries’ rising French star, rocking #13. After making waves in EuroBasket with Team France, she brought her sharp shooting and high basketball IQ across the Atlantic to join the WNBA’s newest squad.

Her game blends size, skill, and a fearless shooter’s mentality—she’s the kind of forward who can stretch the floor, make smart reads, and hit the clutch bucket when it matters most. Off the court, Janelle brings that same poise and focus, representing a new generation of French talent making an impact on the global stage.

Come hang as we discuss how to pronounce her last name correctly and dig into why she’s a player you’ll want to keep your eye on all season. We stan Janelle Salaün! 🏀🇫🇷💜

These are the headlines referenced in the episode during the “Cognate Extrapolate” game:

1. Janelle Salaün et Carla Leite brillent avec les Golden State Valkyries en WNBA
2. Il Famila Wuber annuncia la francese Janelle Salaün. Ha chiuso la passata stagione a 14,5 punti e 5,5 rimbalzi…
3. 3 choses à savoir sur Janelle Salaün, la Française qui cartonne à l'Eurobasket 2025
4. Lega Basket femminile: Janelle Salaun si è aggiudicata ieri il premio di MVP delle Finali Scudetto 🏆 Il segreto? Lo spiega lei, con grandissima umiltà: PLAY SIMPLE✌️
5. “Janelle Salaün (seize points) et les Valkyries tombent sur une immense A’Ja Wilson”
6. “Janelle Salaün le da el pase perfecto a Kaila Charles para que termine la jugada… Es como si se hubiera activado un interruptor desde el último partido contra Dallas y eso ha hecho que todos jueguen mejor.”- Reddit, by JKCdue

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