- Matchup: Golden State Valkyries vs Connecticut Sun
- Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
- Betting Odds: Golden State favored by (-12.5)
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The Golden State Valkyries (26-11) are set to face the Connecticut Sun (9-27) at Mohegan Sun Arena this Wednesday, where Golden State enters the fray as 12.5-point favorites. The total points line is established at 151.5.
In their previous outing, the Golden State Valkyries overcame the Minnesota Lynx with a decisive 80-66 victory. They finished the game with a field goal percentage of 43.7% (31 out of 71 attempts) and successfully made 12 of their 33 three-point attempts. At the free-throw line, the Valkyries converted 6 of 8 for a 75% success rate. On the boards, they secured a total of 38 rebounds, including 6 offensive, and delivered 17 assists. Defensively, Golden State compelled their opponent into 13 turnovers, achieving 4 steals. Minnesota managed just a 35.6% field goal percentage (21 of 59) and recorded 2 assists and 4 steals, while seizing 31 rebounds (2 offensive, 29 defensive) alongside 4 blocks. They completed their free-throw attempts at an impressive 77.8%, scoring 14 out of 18. From beyond the arc, they hit 10 of 30 shots.
Cecilia Zandalasini was a standout performer in this matchup, finishing with 18 points on 7 of 17 shooting in 30 minutes of play, along with 1 rebound and 1 assist, achieving a field goal percentage of 41.2%.
With a season record of 26-11, Golden State’s game averages include 10.4 turnovers and 19.3 fouls per game. The squad collects an average of 32.5 rebounds and has accumulated 706 assists, ranking 14th in the WNBA for assists. The Valkyries are making 34.5% of their three-point shots (392 of 1,136) and hitting 77.6% from the free-throw line. They are scoring an average of 82.5 points per game (14th in the WNBA) on 42.1% shooting from the field. Defensively, Golden State forces 13.8 turnovers per game and commits an average of 19.1 fouls. Their opponents shoot 42.5% from the field, and they average 32.6 rebounds allowed per game, ranking 1st in the league for assists allowed, having given up 676 assists so far this season. The Valkyries also hold the lowest opponent points per game at 76.3.
In their last game, the Connecticut Sun faced a defeat against the Los Angeles Sparks, losing 77-68. The Sun secured 22 defensive rebounds and 8 offensive, totaling 30 rebounds. They committed 13 turnovers and achieved 15 steals during the match. The Sparks committed 20 fouls, leading the Sun to the free-throw line 18 times, making 12 for a 66.7% conversion rate. From beyond the arc, Connecticut had a tough night, making just 4 of their 24 attempts (16.7%). Overall, they shot 26 out of 74 from the field (35.1%). Los Angeles managed a better shooting performance, hitting 27 of 53 attempts (50.9%) and converting 44.4% from three-point range with 8 of 18 treys while netting 15 of 19 from the free-throw line (78.9%). The Sun allowed the Sparks to grab a combined total of 40 rebounds, with 4 coming from the offensive end.
Saniya Rivers made her presence felt for the Sun, scoring 14 points on 5 of 11 shooting, alongside 3 rebounds and 2 assists in her 28 minutes on the court.
With a season record at 9-27, the Sun average 22.7 personal fouls per game and convert 70.6% from the free-throw line. They record 19.1 assists per game (15th in the league) while turning the ball over 14.0 times. Throughout the season, they have accumulated a total of 2,848 points, averaging 79.1 per game, along with 32.7 rebounds per contest. On offense, the Sun’s shooting percentage stands at 42.8%, which places them 13th in the WNBA. Their defense ranks 7th in the league for points allowed per game, conceding an average of 87.0. They allow 19.9 assists and 33.3 rebounds per game, ranking 6th and 7th in the league, respectively. Connecticut’s opponents are shooting 35.9% from long-range, while their free-throw defense stands at 78.9%, with teams averaging 46.3% shooting from the field (10th in the league).
What are your thoughts on the predicted WNBA outcome for tonight?
Pick: Opt for Golden State (-12.5)
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