Lue's hilarious Natalie Nakase warning comes with a serious message for Valkyries coach ahead of WNBA Finals

Ty Lue used a lighthearted warning to deliver a serious message to Natalie Nakase before the Golden State Valkyries take on the Atlanta Dream in the WNBA Finals. When asked on Tuesday if he had spoken with Nakase after she reached the Finals in her second season as Valkyries head coach, Lue said yes and joked, “She better eat. Can’t have her passing out again on the court.” His comment referred to Nakase collapsing during Game 3 of the first-round playoffs, with Golden State trailing Dallas 72-71. Nakase says she returned home and ate and drank right away. Earlier Monday, she told reporters her sister left her meals and snacks as reminders. Lue praised Nakase’s coaching, including her run while she eliminated the Las Vegas Aces, who have won three of the last four titles.