Minnesota Lynx W vs Golden State Valkyries W — 66:80, NBA W
NBA W
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 • Target Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Lynx W | 16 | 16 | 16 | 18 | 66 |
| Golden State Valkyries W | 17 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 80 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Minnesota Lynx W | Golden State Valkyries W |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 11/29 | 19/38 |
| 3-Pointers | 10/30 | 12/33 |
| Free Throws | 14/18 | 6/8 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 31 |
| Assists | 18 | 23 |
| Steals | 2 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 9 |
Game Recap
The Golden State Valkyries defeated the Minnesota Lynx 80-66, pulling away for a 14-point win behind balanced scoring and efficient team offense. Golden State controlled the matchup with stronger shot-making, finishing at 50.0% from the field compared with Minnesota’s 38.0%, while also generating 23 assists to keep the offense moving.
Key Takeaways
- →The Minnesota Lynx W have a superior Net Rating of 10
- →The Minnesota Lynx W are favored with a 64
- →Minnesota Lynx W have a strong home performance with a 75% win rate and a higher PPG compared to Golden State Valkyries W's road performance
- →The Minnesota Lynx W have a significant advantage in offensive efficiency and home performance, scoring 93
- →The Minnesota Lynx W have a strong home court advantage with a 75% win rate at home and a higher PPG compared to the Golden State Valkyries W's road performance