- Matchup: Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Saturday, July 18, 2026
- Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco, CA
- Broadcast: WNBA League Pass
- Betting Odds: Washington Mystics (+8.5)
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This Saturday, the Golden State Valkyries (18-7) will face off against the Washington Mystics (12-11) at Chase Center. Golden State is favored to win by 8.5 points, with the over/under set at 149.5.
The Mystics recently faced the Portland Fire, suffering a loss with a final score of 75-56. They struggled offensively, finishing with a field goal percentage of 29.7% (19 of 64) and only 9.5% on three-point attempts, hitting just 2 of 21. At the free-throw line, they managed 69.6% (16 of 23). Washington secured 47 rebounds, including 18 offensive boards, along with 18 assists, forced 10 turnovers, and recorded 3 steals. Defensively, they allowed Portland to shoot at 43.3% (29 of 67). Portland registered 5 assists, 3 steals, and collected 26 rebounds (5 offensive, 21 defensive) along with 4 blocks. They shot 77.8% from the free-throw line (7 of 9) and converted 10 of 36 three-point attempts.
Shakira Austin was a standout performer, scoring 19 points on 6 of 15 shooting, playing 33 minutes, and gathering 9 rebounds while also distributing 4 assists.
Heading into this matchup, Washington holds a record of 12-11 this season. They average 80.0 points per game (14th in the WNBA) with a shooting percentage of 43.0%. From three-point range, they hit 27.9% (127 of 456) and are converting 72.8% of their free throws. Washington averages 37.2 rebounds and has tallied 435 assists this season, ranking 15th in the league for assists per game. They also average 16.3 turnovers and 20.7 fouls per game. Defensively, the Mystics force opponents into 13.2 turnovers while committing 24.4 fouls. They lead the league in assists allowed, with 443 given up this season. Opponents shoot 42.3% from the field against them (304 of 561), and they allow an average of 31.2 rebounds per game and 31.7% on three-point shots, ranking 3rd in points allowed per game (82.9).
The Valkyries last played against the Indiana Fever, winning the contest 88-75. They pulled down 30 rebounds in total (24 defensive, 6 offensive) and committed 14 turnovers while recording 9 steals. Indiana committed 19 fouls, leading to 23 free-throw attempts for Golden State. They hit 20 of those attempts for an impressive 87.0%. From beyond the arc, Golden State made 8 of 24 shots (33.3%) and ended the game with a shooting percentage of 51.7%, hitting 30 of 58 attempts. They held Indiana to 40.3% shooting (27 of 67) while Indiana shot 36.0% from three-point range (9 of 25) and made 12 of 16 free throws (75.0%). Golden State allowed Indiana to secure 26 rebounds total (10 offensive).
Gabby Williams contributed significantly for the Valkyries, scoring 16 points on 6 of 12 shooting (50.0%) with 3 rebounds and 1 assist over 27 minutes of play.
Golden State boasts an 18-7 record this season. Offensively, they shoot 41.9% from the field, placing them 15th in the league. The Valkyries have scored a total of 2,055 points this season (82.2 per game) and average 32.8 rebounds. They assist on average 18.1 times per game (15th in the league) and have a low turnover rate of 10.9 times per game. Golden State commits 19.8 fouls per game while converting 76.9% of their free throws. Defensively, they rank 1st in points allowed, giving up an average of 76.1 points per game. They allow opponents to shoot 34.6% from three-point range (197 of 570) and 75.6% from the free-throw line. Additionally, they give up 18.2 assists and 32.6 rebounds per game, ranking 1st and 6th, respectively, in those categories. The Valkyries force 13.8 turnovers per game and limit opponents to a shooting percentage of 41.8% (2nd in the WNBA).
Who will come out on top in today’s WNBA game against the spread?
Recommendation: Bet on Washington (+8.5)
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