- Matchup: Golden State Valkyries vs Seattle Storm
- Date: Friday, June 12, 2026
- Venue: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
- Broadcast: ION
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On June 12, 2026, the Seattle Storm (3-10) will take on the Golden State Valkyries (7-5) at the Climate Pledge Arena.
The Golden State Valkyries recently triumphed over the Phoenix Mercury, winning the game 87-81. They achieved a field goal accuracy of 44.3%, making 27 out of 61 attempts, including 10 successful three-pointers from 29 tries. At the free-throw line, they excelled with 23 baskets out of 28 for an impressive 82.1% conversion rate. On the rebounding front, they secured 27 boards, with 6 coming from the offensive end. Additionally, Golden State assisted 18 times and forced the Mercury into 12 turnovers while achieving 8 steals. Defensively, the Valkyries allowed Phoenix a shooting efficiency of 46.2%, with the Mercury hitting 30 of 65 shots. Phoenix managed 9 assists, 7 steals, and gathered 33 rebounds (9 offensive, 24 defensive), along with 2 blocks. They finished with a free-throw shooting rate of 66.7%, converting 12 out of 18 attempts and hit 9 of 25 from beyond the arc.
Veronica Burton was a standout player in this matchup, scoring 25 points on 7 of 15 shooting over 37 minutes of play. She also contributed 3 rebounds and delivered 8 assists, finishing with a shooting efficiency of 46.7%.
As the matchup approaches, Golden State stands at a solid 7-5 for the season. The team averages 9.6 turnovers per game and commits 20.4 fouls each night. On the rebounding front, they are collecting 33.3 boards per game and have recorded 228 assists this season, ranking 9th in the WNBA in assists. The Valkyries have a three-point shooting percentage of 37.9% (145 of 383) and a free-throw success rate of 77.1%. They score an average of 85.9 points per game, placing them 8th in the league, while shooting at 40.8% from the field. Defensively, Golden State forces 13.8 turnovers and draws 20.9 personal fouls per game. Their opponent shooting percentage stands at 42.9% (165 of 251), with an average of 35.5 rebounds allowed per game. Additionally, they rank 9th in assists conceded with 240, while allowing 37.5% shooting from beyond the arc, making them 3rd in opponents’ points per game at 80.5.
In their last match, the Seattle Storm fell short against the Las Vegas Aces, losing 101-91. The Storm recorded 21 defensive rebounds and 6 offensive, totaling 27 boards. They committed 9 turnovers and achieved 10 steals in the game. The Aces were charged with 13 fouls, allowing Seattle 15 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 13, resulting in an 86.7% free-throw success rate. Seattle shot 44.6% from the field, completing 33 of 74 attempts, and made 44.4% of their three-point attempts by sinking 12 of 27. The Storm allowed Las Vegas to shoot 50.0% from the field (35 of 70) and finish with 35.7% from three-point range (10 of 28). Concerning rebounds, Seattle conceded a total of 39 boards (11 offensive) to Las Vegas.
Dominique Malonga made significant contributions for the Storm, scoring 19 points on 7 of 12 shooting for 58.3% and grabbing 5 rebounds in just 17 minutes, though she did not record any assists.
This season, Seattle has struggled with a 3-10 record. Offensively, they shoot 40.2% from the field, ranking 15th in the WNBA, and have accumulated 991 points for an average of 76.2 points per game. Seattle averages 31.4 rebounds, with an assist rate of 17.2 (15th in the league), and gives up 14.4 turnovers. They also commit 20.3 fouls per game and enjoy an 80.0% free-throw shooting percentage. Defensively, Seattle ranks 5th in points allowed per game at 83.3, forcing 12.2 turnovers, and permitting opponents a 42.4% shooting accuracy (3rd in the WNBA). The Storm allows 29.8% shooting from three and opponents hit 80.6% from the free-throw line. Their defense averages 19.2 assists and 37.3 rebounds against per game, ranking 6th and 14th in the WNBA respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s WNBA showdown?
Prediction: Back Seattle
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