The Golden State Valkyries and Las Vegas Aces meet Sunday in WNBA action at the Michelob ULTRA Arena. Here’s an Aces vs Valkyries Prediction. This article will include an Aces vs Valkyries Pick.
Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview
The Golden State Valkyries look for a win after winning 4 of their last 5 games. The Valkyries have lost 3 of their last 4 road games.
The Golden State Valkyries are averaging 84.4 points on 40.6 percent shooting and allowing 78.6 points on 42 percent shooting. Gabby Williams is averaging 16.3 points and 3.9 rebounds, while Janelle Salaun is averaging 13.8 points and 1.3 assists. Veronica Burton is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla Thornton is grabbing 5.5 rebounds. The Golden State Valkyries are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 77.3 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Valkyries are allowing 37 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 34.1 rebounds per game.
Las Vegas Aces Betting Preview
The Las Vegas Aces look for a win after winning 11 of their last 14 games. The Aces have won 3 straight home games.
The Las Vegas Aces are averaging 89.9 points on 48 percent shooting and allowing 86.5 points on 43.4 percent shooting. A’ja Wilson is averaging 26.1 points and 9.1 rebounds, while Jackie Young is averaging 15.1 points and 4.5 rebounds. Chennedy Carter is the third double-digit scorer, and Chelsea Gray is dishing out 7.1 assists. The Las Vegas Aces are shooting 36.2 percent from beyond the arc and 74.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Las Vegas Aces are allowing 37.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 36.4 rebounds per game.
Why the Las Vegas Aces will win
- The Aces have won each of their last nine games at Michelob Ultra Arena against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Valkyries have lost each of their last 11 games as road underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Aces have covered the spread in each of their last four games as favorites against the Valkyries.
- The Valkyries have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four day games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Why the Golden State Valkyries will win
- The Valkyries have won four of their last five games against Western Conference opponents.
- The road team has covered the spread in four of the Aces’ last five games.
- The Aces have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games as home favorites.
Total Points Facts
- Six of the Aces’ last seven games at Michelob Ultra Arena have gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Valkyries’ last six games as underdogs following a home loss have gone UNDER the total points line.
Las Vegas Aces Player Facts
- Chelsea Gray is the only player in the league to have made 6+ threes in consecutive games this season.
- Jackie Young is one of only three players in the league to have recorded 25+ points and 5+ assists in consecutive games this season.
Golden State Valkyries Player Facts
- Janelle Salaün ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (4.0) this season.
- Gabby Williams ranks 7th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.6) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Las Vegas Aces rank 1st for opponent blocks per game this season (2.5).
- The Las Vegas Aces rank 14th for opponent turnovers per game this season (12.5).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for turnovers per game this season (10.6).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for three-point field goals made per game this season (11.5).
Aces vs Valkyries Injury Report
The Aces will be without Dana Evans due to a leg injury. Chennedy Carter is listed as questionable due to an illness. Janiah Barker is out with a leg injury.
Tiffany Hayes is questionable for the Valkyries with a foot contusion.
Aces vs Valkyries Prediction
The Valkyries aren’t the same team on the road as they are at home, and there’s a chance they could be without Hayes. The Aces have flipped the script over the last few weeks, and as I’ve said in past write ups theyre not a team I’m excited to bet against with soft lines.
The Aces have won 7 of their last 8 games and, despite defensive issues still theyre finding their form and remain one of the top contenders in the league when at their best. There’s also a chance Carter returns, which would be a nice boost. I’m laying the points with the Aces at home.