- Matchup: Chicago Sky vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
- Betting Odds: Chicago (+5.5)
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The Chase Center will host the exciting game where the Golden State Valkyries (2-0) face off against the Chicago Sky (1-0) this Wednesday. Golden State enters the matchup as 5.5-point favorites, with an over/under set at 166.5 points.
The Chicago Sky made a strong statement in their last game against the Portland Fire, securing a victory with a score of 98-83. Chicago showcased their offensive skills with a field goal percentage of 47.8% (33 of 69), including 6 of 17 from beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, the Sky converted 76.5% of their free throws, hitting 26 of 34 attempts. On the boards, they collected 46 rebounds, with 14 on the offensive end, while totaling 22 assists and forcing the Fire into 8 turnovers, alongside 4 steals. Defensively, Chicago allowed their opponents to shoot 40.8%, with Portland completing 29 of 71 attempts. The Fire contributed 3 assists and 6 steals, gathering 24 rebounds (3 offensive, 21 defensive) while achieving 7 blocks. They shot 80.0% from the free-throw line, making 16 of 20 attempts, and hit 9 of their 29 three-point attempts.
Kamilla Cardoso played a pivotal role in the triumph, scoring 22 points on 8 of 15 shooting. She logged 25 minutes on the court and recorded 14 rebounds, finishing the game with a shooting percentage of 53.3% and adding 1 assist.
As the Sky head into this game with a 1-0 record, they have averaged 9.0 turnovers and committed 17 personal fouls per game. Collectively, Chicago averages 46.0 rebounds and has dished out 22 assists, ranking 10th in the league for passing efficiency. The Sky are hitting 35.3% of their three-point shots (6 of 17) and maintaining a 76.5% free-throw percentage. They score an impressive average of 98.0 points per game (4th in the league) while shooting 47.8% from the field. Defensively, they force 8.0 turnovers and are drawing 24.0 personal fouls per game. The Sky are allowing their opponents a 40.8% field goal percentage (8 of 24) and collecting 24.0 rebounds per game, ranking 2nd in the WNBA for fewest assists allowed (20). They concede 31.0% on three-point attempts, placing 5th in the league for points allowed per game (83.0).
In their previous outing, the Golden State Valkyries celebrated a solid victory over the Phoenix Mercury, finishing 95-79. The Valkyries dominated the boards with 22 defensive and 13 offensive rebounds for a total of 35. Despite turning the ball over 9 times, they secured 5 steals. The Mercury committed 22 fouls, sending the Valkyries to the free-throw line 18 times, where they achieved 88.9% accuracy (16 of 18). Golden State excelled from long range, making 13 of 33 attempts (39.4%), and finished the match with a shooting percentage of 49.3% from the field (33 of 67). They limited the Mercury to 48.1% shooting, allowing 26 of 54 attempts to go through the net. Golden State also maintained a strong 50.0% from beyond the arc, sinking 11 of 22, and hit 16 of 19 free throws (84.2%). Defensively, they allowed Phoenix to grab 41 rebounds, including 13 offensive boards.
Janelle Salaun was a key contributor for the Valkyries, scoring 21 points on 7 of 10 shooting, achieving a remarkable 70.0% shooting percentage, and tacking on 3 rebounds in her 26 minutes of play along with 2 assists.
Golden State boasts a 2-0 record for the season. They have tallied a total of 186 points (an average of 93.0 per game) and collect approximately 32.5 rebounds per game. The Valkyries have committed 22.0 fouls per contest while performing well at the free-throw line with a 75.0% success rate. On offense, they shoot 45.4% from the field, ranking 8th in the league. They also average an impressive 23.5 assists (2nd in the WNBA), balancing this against 9.0 turnovers per game. Defensively, the Valkyries rank 2nd in points allowed per game at 79.5, giving up 41.7% on three-point shots (20 of 48), as their opponents hit 76.1% from the free-throw line. They allow an average of 18.0 assists and 32.5 rebounds per game, ranking 4th and 6th in those categories. Additionally, they’ve successfully forced 15.5 turnovers per game, while opponents shoot at a rate of 44.4% from the field (8th in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s WNBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Chicago (+5.5)
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