Matchup: Golden State Valkyries vs Washington Mystics
Date: Wednesday, August 13, 2025
Venue: CareFirst Arena, Washington, DC
Broadcast: Youtube TV
This Wednesday, the Golden State Valkyries (15-15) will visit the CareFirst Arena to face off against the Washington Mystics (14-17).
In their most recent match, the Golden State Valkyries emerged victorious against the Los Angeles Sparks, clinching the game with a score of 72-59. Golden State showcased a shooting performance of 44.3% from the field, making 27 out of 61 attempts, including 12 of 34 from three-point range. They also converted 6 of 10 free throw attempts, resulting in a success rate of 60.0%. The Valkyries secured 37 rebounds during the game, with 6 coming from the offensive side, and dished out 20 assists. Defensively, they forced the Sparks into 12 turnovers and achieved 5 steals. The Valkyries’ defense held Los Angeles to a mere 32.8% shooting, as the Sparks made 20 out of 61 shots. The Sparks managed 5 assists and had 6 steals throughout the match, finishing with a rebound tally of 31 (5 offensive, 26 defensive) and 2 blocks. Los Angeles ended the night with a free throw percentage of 78.6%, sinking 11 of 14 attempts, while making 8 of 34 from beyond the arc.
Veronica Burton played a pivotal role in the victory, scoring 16 points with an impressive shooting rate of 55.6% (5 out of 9). She contributed significantly, playing 34 minutes and securing 5 rebounds along with 5 assists.
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The Valkyries bring a balanced record of 15-15 into this game. They have achieved a three-point shooting percentage of 31.3% (282 of 902) and excel from the free throw line with an 80.8% success rate. Averaging 77.7 points per game, they rank 11th in the WNBA and have a shooting percentage of 40.1% from the field. The team averages 13.7 turnovers and 18.3 fouls per game. As a unit, they grab an average of 36.1 rebounds and have accumulated 546 assists this season, placing them 12th in the league in assists. On defense, they force 12.2 turnovers each game and commit 18.1 fouls. The Valkyries are allowing an opponent shooting percentage of 40.7% (805 out of 1,979) and giving up an average of 33.8 rebounds per game, ranking them 1st in the WNBA for assists conceded with a total of 569. They also rank 2nd in limiting points allowed per game (77.8), conceding 32.7% from the three-point line.
In their last outing, the Washington Mystics triumphed over the Dallas Wings with a final score of 91-78. The Mystics secured a total of 34 rebounds (28 defensive and 6 offensive) while committing 17 turnovers and stealing the ball 6 times in the game. The Wings tallied 26 personal fouls, granting the Mystics 26 free throw opportunities, of which they converted 21 (an 80.8% success rate). From long range, Washington hit 6 of 15 attempts, achieving 40.0%. Overall, the Mystics shot 54.2% from the floor with 32 baskets out of 59 attempts. They limited the Wings to 23 successful shots from the field (36.5%) and allowed them to hit 34.8% from beyond the arc, alongside a free throw success rate of 82.8% (24 of 29). Defensively, the Mystics allowed Dallas to gather only 26 rebounds, including 6 on the offensive end.
Kiki Iriafen stood out for the Mystics, hitting 9 of 14 shots for a 64.3% shooting rate and grabbing 10 rebounds. She scored 23 points in her 23 minutes on the court, contributing 1 assist in the game.
The Mystics currently hold a 14-17 record this season. Offensively, they are shooting 43.9% from the field, ranking 7th in the WNBA. Accumulating 2,437 points this season, they average 78.6 per game, and they secure an average of 34.0 rebounds. Their assist tally is at 18.9 per game (9th in the league) with an average of 14.8 turnovers per game. Washington averages 19.3 fouls and maintains a free throw shooting rate of 74.9%. Defensively, the Mystics rank 6th in points allowed per game (80.5). They give up 31.3% on three-point attempts (237 of 757) and allow 79.7% from the free throw line. Defensively, they average 19.3 assists and 32.4 total rebounds per game, ranking them 5th and 2nd in the WNBA, respectively. Additionally, they force 13.5 turnovers per game while limiting opponents to a 43.5% shooting rate from the field (7th in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s WNBA matchup against the spread?
Guy Bruhn’s Prediction: Back Washington
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