Matchup: Atlanta Dream vs Golden State Valkyries
Event Date: Sunday, August 17, 2025
Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
This Sunday, the Golden State Valkyries (17-15) are set to face off against the Atlanta Dream (21-11) at the Chase Center.
The Atlanta Dream recently secured a victory against the Seattle Storm, winning the game 85-75. They achieved a field goal percentage of 49.2%, converting 31 of 63 attempts, and nailed 12 out of 26 three-pointers. From the charity stripe, the Dream succeeded in 11 of 15 opportunities, totaling 73.3% efficiency. On the boards, they recorded 38 rebounds, including 9 offensive ones, and assisted on 20 baskets while forcing their opponents into 12 turnovers and stealing the ball 11 times. Defensively, they allowed a shooting percentage of 41.9% (31 of 74) from Seattle, which managed 9 assists and 6 steals, along with grabbing 34 rebounds (9 offensive, 25 defensive) and blocking 3 shots. Seattle’s free throw performance was at 53.8%, hitting 7 out of 13 attempts, while shooting 35.3% from three-point range with 6 successful shots out of 17.
Rhyne Howard was pivotal in the last game, scoring 25 points on 8 of 18 shooting. She played for 38 minutes, contributing 1 rebound and 7 assists, finishing with a shooting accuracy of 44.4% from the field.
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The Dream enter this clash with a strong record of 21-11 for the season. They are shooting 34.2% from beyond the arc (306 out of 895) and maintaining a free throw rate of 76.7%. Averaging 84.3 points per game, they rank 5th in the league, with an overall shooting percentage of 44.2%. The team averages 12.0 turnovers per game and 16.3 personal fouls. Atlanta collects 36.4 rebounds per matchup and has registered 679 assists this season, placing them 4th in league assists. On defense, they force 11.8 turnovers per game while allowing 18.3 personal fouls and surrendering 608 assists throughout the year. The Dream’s defensive strategy limits opponents to a 43.0% shooting percentage (377 of 584) and an average of 31.3 rebounds per game, while they yield 33.5% on three-point attempts, ranking 3rd in points allowed per game at 78.0.
In their previous outing, the Golden State Valkyries achieved an 88-83 victory over the Washington Mystics. They secured 23 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive rebounds, totaling 30. The Valkyries turned the ball over 13 times while making 4 steals. With 18 personal fouls called on the Mystics, the Valkyries capitalized by attempting 17 free throws, making 15 for an impressive 88.2% success rate. Beyond the arc, Golden State converted on 15 of 32 attempts (46.9%), shooting 29 of 57 from the field for an impressive 50.9%. Defensively, they allowed the Mystics to make 30 of 64 shots (46.9%) and 29.2% from three-point range (7 of 24) while shooting 88.9% from the charity stripe by making 16 of 18 attempts. Golden State allowed Washington 26 total rebounds (7 offensive).
Veronica Burton was a standout performer for the Valkyries, scoring 30 points on 10 for 13 shooting (76.9%) while also securing 7 rebounds and 7 assists over 36 minutes of play.
With a record of 17-15 for the season, the Valkyries are committing 18.3 fouls per game and shooting an impressive 80.7% from the free throw line. They average 18.4 assists per game (ranked 11th in the league) and turn the ball over 13.4 times per game. Golden State has scored a total of 2,492 points this season, averaging 77.9 points per game. They capture 35.8 rebounds per game while shooting 40.4% from the field, putting them 13th in the WNBA. Notably, they rank 2nd in points allowed per game at 77.3. The Valkyries force 12.1 turnovers per contest and limit opponents to a shooting percentage of 40.7% (1st in the league). Their defense permits a 32.2% shooting percentage from three-point range (287 of 891), with opponents converting 78.4% of free throw attempts. They yield 18.9 assists and 33.6 rebounds per game, ranking them 3rd and 6th in the league, respectively.
Which team will prevail in tonight’s WNBA matchup against the spread?
Tony Sink’s Prediction: Opt for Atlanta
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