The Golden State Valkyries W took care of the only game on the July 6 schedule, beating the Washington Mystics W 62-49 on the road in NBA W play.
In a one-game slate, the result stood on its own: Golden State limited Washington to 49 points and created enough separation to leave with a 13-point win. For a matchup without much margin for offensive volatility, the Valkyries’ ability to keep the Mystics below 50 became the defining storyline.
Golden State Sets the Terms
The Valkyries did not need a high-scoring game to control the outcome. Their 62 points were enough because Washington never found the offensive rhythm required to apply sustained pressure.
That kind of game script typically rewards the team that can stay organized, value possessions and avoid letting the opponent manufacture momentum. Golden State did exactly that, turning a low-scoring environment into an advantage rather than a risk.
Mystics Held in Check at Home
For Washington, the concern is straightforward: 49 points at home leaves little room to survive. Even in a defensive-leaning game, the Mystics were unable to push the score into a range that would force Golden State to respond possession for possession.
The final margin reflected that imbalance. Washington’s defense kept the game from becoming a runaway, but the offense did not provide enough support to change the shape of the night.
One-Game Slate, Clear Result
With just one game across all leagues on July 6, Golden State’s 62-49 win served as the full scoreboard. The Valkyries leave the night with a road victory built on control, while the Mystics are left to assess an offensive performance that never reached the level needed to protect home court.