- Matchup: Golden State Valkyries vs Las Vegas Aces
- Date: Saturday, June 6, 2026
- Venue: Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, NV
- Broadcast: ABC
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The Michelob ULTRA Arena will host a thrilling matchup as the Las Vegas Aces (6-3) face off against the Golden State Valkyries (6-3) this Saturday.
In their previous outing, the Golden State Valkyries secured a convincing victory over the Portland Fire, winning 95-77. The Valkyries showcased a solid offensive performance, achieving a field goal percentage of 46.4% (32 out of 69) and hitting 18 of 40 attempts from long range. They also capitalized on free throws, making 13 of 18 for a conversion rate of 72.2%. On the rebounding front, they collected 28 boards, including 9 offensive rebounds. The team tallied 25 assists, forced 15 turnovers, and made 9 steals throughout the game. Defensively, they allowed Portland to shoot at a 45.9% clip (28 of 61) while the Fire managed 8 assists and 3 steals. Portland also secured 28 rebounds (8 offensive, 20 defensive) and recorded 2 blocks, finishing the match with a 75.0% success rate from the free throw line (12 of 16) and making 9 of 24 three-point attempts.
Kayla Thornton was instrumental in the recent victory, scoring 19 points on 6 of 13 shooting, while also securing 8 rebounds in 26 minutes of play. Thornton maintained an efficient shooting percentage of 46.2% but did not register any assists by the end of the game.
The Golden State Valkyries enter this contest with a season record of 6-3, averaging 10.0 turnovers per game and committing 20.8 fouls nightly. They collectively grab 33.8 rebounds per game and have registered 175 assists this season, ranking 12th overall in the league. The Valkyries excel with a three-point shooting accuracy of 39.0% (110 of 282) and convert 75.8% of their free throw attempts. Averaging 86.8 points per game, they rank 8th in the league and shoot 40.9% from the field. On defense, Golden State forces 14.4 turnovers per outing while committing 21.9 personal fouls. They permit opponents a three-point shooting percentage of 35.2% and rank 3rd in points per game allowed, with an average of 79.3. Teamly, they yield a field goal percentage of 42.9% (130 of 197) and 34.9 rebounds per game, which positions them 8th in the WNBA for assists allowed, with 177 given up this season.
The Las Vegas Aces also emerged victorious in their latest game, defeating the Los Angeles Sparks 79-69. The Aces dominated on the boards with 36 defensive and 8 offensive rebounds, amassing a total of 44 for the game. Despite committing 10 turnovers, they were able to collect 7 steals. The Sparks were penalized with 16 personal fouls, leading to 16 free throw attempts for the Aces. They converted 9 of those attempts for a free throw shooting rate of 56.3%. From beyond the arc, Las Vegas made 8 of their 24 attempts (33.3%). In the final tally, the Aces shot 31 for 69 from the floor, achieving a shooting percentage of 44.9%. Meanwhile, the Aces’ defense held the Sparks to a low shooting rate of 30.8% (20 of 65) and managed a 26.1% conversion rate from three-point territory (6 of 23), finishing with an impressive 23 of 27 from the charity stripe (85.2%). In terms of rebounding, they allowed Los Angeles to collect a total of 38 boards, including 8 offensive rebounds.
A’ja Wilson played a crucial role for the Aces, hitting 10 of 20 attempts for a shooting accuracy of 50.0% and grabbing 15 rebounds. She ended the contest with 25 points across her 34 minutes on the court, along with one assist.
The Las Vegas Aces currently hold a record of 6-3 this season. They have accumulated 807 points overall (averaging 89.7 per game) and secure 37.3 rebounds per contest. The Aces commit 18.6 personal fouls each game while successfully converting 72.1% of their free throw attempts. Offensively, they boast an impressive shooting percentage of 48.7%, rating them 2nd in the WNBA. The Aces average 22.8 assists per game, placing them 2nd in the league, but also turn the ball over 13.3 times each contest. On the other end of the floor, Las Vegas ranks 8th in points allowed per game, averaging 85.6. They surrender 18.6 assists and 35.0 total rebounds per game, ranking 4th and 13th, respectively. The Aces concede a three-point shooting percentage of 36.9% (83 of 225) and allow opponents to convert 80.3% of their free throw attempts. They apply pressure by forcing 12.8 turnovers per game and limit opponents to a field goal shooting percentage of 41.1% (2nd in the WNBA).
Who will emerge victorious in this exciting WNBA face-off?
Prediction: Take Las Vegas
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