Golden State Valkyries W vs Minnesota Lynx W — 66:77, NBA W
NBA W
Thursday, August 20, 2026 • Chase Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State Valkyries W | 13 | 13 | 15 | 25 | 66 |
| Minnesota Lynx W | 21 | 20 | 13 | 23 | 77 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Golden State Valkyries W | Minnesota Lynx W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 18/40 | 21/37 |
| 3-Pointers | 7/37 | 7/19 |
| Free Throws | 9/11 | 14/16 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 30 |
| Assists | 18 | 20 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 15 |
Game Recap
The Minnesota Lynx earned a 77-66 win over the Golden State Valkyries, pulling away for an 11-point victory behind efficient offense and balanced production from their top scorers. Minnesota controlled the game with strong shot-making and ball movement, finishing with 20 assists and getting major contributions from O. Miles, Kayla McBride and Napheesa Collier.
Key Takeaways
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a superior Net Rating of 13
- →The market slightly favors Minnesota Lynx W with a 53
- →Minnesota Lynx W have a slight advantage due to better recent form and more rest, having 4 days compared to Golden State's 2 days
- →Both teams are healthy, but Minnesota Lynx W have a slightly better record and higher PPG
- →The Minnesota Lynx W have a slight edge due to their higher scoring average and superior road performance (88