- Matchup: Portland Fire vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: ION
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The Golden State Valkyries (29-11) are set to host the Portland Fire (16-24) at the Chase Center this Friday.
In their previous encounter, the Portland Fire faced off against the Golden State Valkyries and unfortunately lost 86-69. Portland struggled, finishing with a field goal percentage of 38.7% (24 of 62), with only 10 successful shots from beyond the arc out of 39 attempts. At the free-throw line, the Fire were efficient, hitting 11 of 13 attempts, which translates to an 84.6% success rate. They managed to secure 29 rebounds, including 9 offensive boards. The team recorded 19 assists but committed 11 turnovers with 8 steals. On the defensive end, Portland allowed their opponents to achieve a shooting percentage of 47.5%, giving up 29 of 61 shots. The Valkyries tallied 8 assists and secured 9 steals while collecting a total of 31 rebounds (8 offensive, 23 defensive) alongside 4 blocks. Golden State was impressive at the charity stripe, achieving 90.5% with 19 of 21 successful attempts and made 9 of their 29 three-point attempts.
Emily Engstler made notable contributions in this match, scoring 12 points on 4 of 6 shooting. She played for 23 minutes and grabbed 4 rebounds, finishing with a shooting efficiency of 66.7% and providing 1 assist.
Heading into this game, Portland carries a 16-24 record for the season. The Fire have been shooting at 34.8% from three-point range (414 of 1,188) and a solid 80.8% from the free-throw line. They average 86.6 points per game (9th in the league) and maintain a field goal percentage of 45.2%. They tend to turn the ball over 14.1 times per game and are committing an average of 22.1 fouls per outing. Collectively, Portland is grabbing 30.3 rebounds per game while logging 823 assists on the season, ranking 9th in the WNBA for passing. On the defensive end, the Fire force an average of 13.5 turnovers per game while committing 18.3 personal fouls. They rank 15th in assists allowed, with a total of 918 conceded throughout the year. Opponents are shooting 46.5% against them (540 of 732), with Portland yielding 34.1 rebounds per game and allowing 34.6% shooting from three-point range, placing them 13th in points allowed per game (91.1).
In their last contest, the Golden State Valkyries triumphed over the Portland Fire with a score of 86-69. The Valkyries were able to collect 23 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive boards for a total of 31. They turned the ball over 11 times but managed 9 steals during the game. The Fire were called for 17 fouls, which allowed Golden State to attempt 21 free throws, converting on 19 of them for a successful rate of 90.5%. From behind the arc, the Valkyries made 9 of 29 shots (31.0%). Ultimately, they concluded the match shooting 29 of 61, resulting in a field goal percentage of 47.5%. They allowed Portland to shoot 24 of 62 for 38.7%. The Fire finished 25.6% from three, sinking 10 of 39 attempts and shooting 11 of 13 from the free-throw line (84.6%). In terms of rebounding, Golden State permitted Portland to pull down 29 boards in total (9 on offense).
Tiffany Hayes stood out as a key player for the Valkyries, netting 7 of 12 for a shooting efficiency of 58.3%, along with 6 rebounds. In just 21 minutes on the court, Hayes amassed 18 points and contributed 3 assists.
Golden State holds an impressive record of 29-11 this season. The Valkyries are averaging 19.1 fouls per game and have an 77.8% success rate at the free-throw line. The team records an average of 19.3 assists per contest (13th in the league) and make 10.3 turnovers per game. The Valkyries have scored 3,305 points this season (82.6 per game) and grab 32.9 rebounds per game. Offensively, Golden State has a shooting percentage of 42.5%, ranking 14th across the league. Defensively, they lead the WNBA, allowing just 75.4 points per game. Golden State allows opponents a 3-point shooting percentage of 32.9% (318 out of 966) and have held teams to a 75.4% success rate from the free-throw line. They allow an average of 18.2 assists and 32.4 rebounds per game, ranking 1st and 5th in the WNBA respectively. The Valkyries force their opponents to commit 13.6 turnovers per game, while opponents are shooting just 41.8% against them (1st in the league).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s WNBA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Take Portland
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