Chicago Sky W vs Golden State Valkyries W — 73:70, NBA W
NBA W
Friday, August 21, 2026 • Wintrust Arena
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago Sky W | 17 | 21 | 11 | 24 | 73 |
| Golden State Valkyries W | 12 | 14 | 25 | 19 | 70 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Chicago Sky W | Golden State Valkyries W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 10/31 | 20/48 |
| 3-Pointers | 14/30 | 5/22 |
| Free Throws | 11/16 | 15/22 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Assists | 19 | 17 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
Game Recap
Chicago Sky W edged Golden State Valkyries W 73-70 in a tightly contested NBA W matchup, securing the win by three points. The game remained competitive throughout, with Chicago finding enough late execution to hold off a Golden State side that stayed within striking distance until the final possessions.
Key Takeaways
- →The Golden State Valkyries W have a significant advantage in advanced metrics, with a superior True Shooting % (69
- →Golden State Valkyries W, with a superior record and a significantly higher Courtframe Power Index, are favored despite playing back-to-back games
- →The Golden State Valkyries W, despite being on a back-to-back, have shown strong form with a high ORtg and Net rating, indicating efficient play
- →Despite both teams being healthy, the Golden State Valkyries W have a significant edge with their superior offensive rating (112
- →Golden State Valkyries W have a significant advantage in advanced metrics, particularly in offensive efficiency (ORtg 112