- Matchup: Dallas Wings vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: USA Network
- Betting Odds: Dallas (+7.5)
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The Golden State Valkyries (32-12) are set to compete against the Dallas Wings (27-17) at Chase Center this Sunday for Game 1 of their playoff series. The Valkyries are favored by 7.5 points, with the Over/Under total set at 156.5.
In their previous outing, the Dallas Wings triumphed over the Seattle Storm with a score of 103-91. Dallas achieved an impressive shooting percentage of 56.5% (39 of 69) and converted 9 out of 18 three-point attempts. From the free-throw line, the Wings connected on 16 of their 19 shots, resulting in an 84.2% success rate. They secured a total of 33 rebounds, including 8 offensive boards, while also registering 32 assists. Defensively, they forced Seattle into 13 turnovers and recorded 9 steals. Seattle managed to shoot 50.0% from the field, making 34 of 68 attempts, and had 30 rebounds (9 offensive, 21 defensive) alongside 2 blocks. At the free-throw line, Seattle had a conversion rate of 65.2%, hitting 15 of 23 attempts, and struggled from beyond the arc, making only 8 of 23 attempts.
Paige Bueckers was instrumental in the Wings’ victory, scoring 25 points on 9 of 15 shooting. She played 30 minutes and grabbed 5 rebounds while distributing 7 assists, finishing with a remarkable shooting accuracy of 60.0%.
The Dallas Wings come into this game with a record of 27-17 for the season. They have a three-point shooting percentage of 34.6% (363 of 1,048) and a free-throw shooting percentage of 78.7%. Averaging 89.4 points per game (6th in the league), the Wings shoot at 46.8% from the field. The team turns the ball over 11.0 times per game and commits an average of 18.3 fouls. On the boards, Dallas averages 34.6 rebounds per contest and leads the league in assists, totaling 979 this season. Defensively, they force their opponents into 12.0 turnovers per game and commit 18.4 fouls. The Wings surrender an alarming 33.1% shooting from beyond the arc and rank 5th in the league for points allowed per game (85.3). Their opponents shoot 44.8% from the field against them, with Dallas allowing 33.3 rebounds per game and ranking 5th in assists allowed (877).
The Golden State Valkyries come into this matchup with a recent win, edging out the Los Angeles Sparks 76-75. In the game, the Valkyries grabbed 26 defensive rebounds and 9 offensive boards for a total of 35. They committed only 9 turnovers and recorded 5 steals. The Sparks committed 18 personal fouls, allowing Golden State 21 free throws, of which they converted 17 for an 81.0% rate. From three-point range, Golden State made 5 out of 18 attempts (27.8%). Overall, the Valkyries finished the game with a field goal percentage of 39.1%, hitting 27 of 69 attempts. Their defense held the Sparks to a shooting percentage of 41.2%, allowing them 28 of 68 conversions from the floor and a 36.0% rate from distance (9 of 25). Golden State permitted Los Angeles to secure 33 total rebounds (6 offensive).
Kaitlyn Chen emerged as a key performer for the Valkyries, scoring 18 points with an efficient 8 of 12 shooting percentage while adding 3 rebounds and 2 assists in just 21 minutes of gameplay.
Currently, the Golden State Valkyries stand with a record of 32-12 this season. They have scored a total of 3,615 points (82.2 per game) and average 33.3 boards per contest. They commit 19.2 fouls per game and sport a free throw success rate of 77.4%. Offensively, Golden State shoots 42.2% from the field, ranking 15th in the WNBA. Their assist average is 19.3 per game (13th in the WNBA) and they average 10.4 turnovers. Defensively, the Valkyries are ranked 1st in points allowed, giving up only 75.1 per game. They permit opponents to shoot 32.6% from three-point range (353 of 1,082) and a solid 75.9% from the free throw line. The Valkyries allow 18.2 assists and 32.7 rebounds per game, ranking 1st and 5th in the league respectively. They force 13.7 turnovers on average while holding opponents to a shooting percentage of 41.4% (1st in the WNBA).
So, what’s the parlay prediction for tonight?
Prediction: Bet on Golden State (-7.5)
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