- Matchup: Dallas Wings vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Monday, August 17, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: Peacock
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The Golden State Valkyries (24-9) are set to face off against the Dallas Wings (20-15) this Monday at the Chase Center.
In their previous outing, the Dallas Wings squared up against the Indiana Fever, suffering a defeat with a final score of 98-87. The Wings achieved a 43.1% field goal percentage (31 of 72) and were 7 of 29 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, Dallas excelled, converting 18 of 20 shots for a stellar 90.0% success rate. On the boards, they secured a total of 31 rebounds, including 11 offensive ones. They also recorded 18 assists, forced 9 turnovers from the opponents, and grabbed 3 steals. Defensively, the Wings allowed Indiana to shoot 52.7% from the floor, with the Fever hitting 39 of 74 attempts. Indiana contributed with 9 assists and 4 steals during the game, also collecting 34 rebounds (9 offensive, 25 defensive) and making 2 blocks. They finished with an impressive 84.6% from the charity stripe, nailing 11 of 13 attempts, along with 9 of 24 from the three-point line.
Noteworthy in the game was Paige Bueckers, who scored 29 points on 11 of 21 shooting. She played for 37 minutes and pulled down 6 rebounds while dishing out 6 assists, boasting a shooting percentage of 52.4% from the field.
The Dallas Wings enter this matchup with a record of 20-15. They average 10.8 turnovers per game while committing 18.6 fouls. Teaming up, they secure 33.9 rebounds per game and lead the league with 765 assists this season. From three-point range, the Wings connect at 33.7% (286 of 849) and possess a free-throw percentage of 79.6%. With an average of 89.0 points per game, they’re 6th in the league while achieving a field-goal percentage of 46.3%. Defensively, the Wings force 12.3 turnovers per game and commit 18.4 fouls, ranking 8th in assists allowed with 707 this season. Their defense allows a field-goal percentage of 46.3% (431 of 643) and surrenders an average of 33.9 rebounds, as well as 34.3% on three-point attempts, ranking 5th in points allowed per game at 86.6.
Last time on the court, the Golden State Valkyries triumphed over the Chicago Sky with a score of 91-71. The Valkyries collected 30 rebounds, with 22 coming defensively and 8 offensively. Throughout the match, they turned the ball over 13 times while achieving 16 steals. Chicago was penalized with 18 fouls, providing Golden State with 24 free throw attempts, of which they converted 19 (79.2%). From three-point range, the Valkyries shot 38.1%, hitting 8 of 21 attempts, and concluded the game shooting 50.8% overall, making 32 of 63 shots. Conversely, the Sky managed to shoot 42.9%, hitting 27 of 63 attempts, and achieved a three-point shooting percentage of 31.6% (6 of 19), finishing 11 of 15 at the free-throw line (73.3%). Golden State allowed Chicago to total 29 rebounds, including 7 offensive boards.
Tiffany Hayes made a significant impact for the Valkyries, scoring 22 points on 8 of 11 shooting, equating to a 72.7% conversion rate, while also grabbing 6 rebounds and contributing 5 assists in just 17 minutes of play.
The Golden State Valkyries hold a winning record of 24-9 this season. They commit 19.7 personal fouls on average and maintain a free-throw shooting percentage of 77.7%. As a team, they record an average of 19.1 assists per game (14th in the league) and have a possession average of 10.5 turnovers per game. This season, the Valkyries have amassed a total of 2,757 points (averaging 83.5 points per game) and secure 32.5 rebounds per contest. From the floor, they connect at a rate of 42.7%, placing 15th in the league. Defensively, Golden State ranks 1st in the WNBA for points allowed per game at 76.9, while forcing 13.7 turnovers and restricting opponents to a shooting percentage of 42.5% (2nd in the WNBA). They limit teams to 33.9% from three-point territory (259 of 764) and opponents make 75.3% of their free throws. In assists allowed, they are ranked 1st and 6th in the league for rebounds allowed, surrendering 18.3 assists and 32.7 rebounds per game.
Who will claim victory in tonight’s WNBA showdown spread?
Prediction: Back Dallas
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