The Golden State Valkyries and Minnesota Lynx meet Thursday in WNBA action at the Target Center. Here’s a Lynx vs Valkyries Prediction. This article will include a Lynx vs Valkyries Pick.
Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview
The Golden State Valkyries look for a statement win to build on their 6-3 record. The Valkyries have won 2 of their last 3 road games.
The Golden State Valkyries are averaging 86.8 points on 40.9 percent shooting and allowing 79.3 points on 42.9 percent shooting. Gabby Williams is averaging 14.2 points and 3.6 rebounds, while Veronica Burton is averaging 14.2 points and 6.1 assists. Janelle Salaun is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla Thornton is grabbing 5.2 rebounds. The Golden State Valkyries are shooting 39 percent from beyond the arc and 75.8 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Valkyries are allowing 35.2 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.8 rebounds per game.
Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview
The Minnesota Lynx look to stay hot after winning 7 of their last 8 games. The Minnesota Lynx have split their first 4 home games this season.
The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 90.9 points on 51.4 percent shooting and allowing 78.9 points on 38 percent shooting. Courtney Williams is averaging 17.8 points and 5.2 rebounds, while Natasha Howard is averaging 16.6 points and 7.7 rebounds. Olivia Miles is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla McBride is grabbing 4 rebounds. The Minnesota Lynx are shooting 36.4 percent from beyond the arc and 76.7 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Lynx are allowing 28.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Minnesota Lynx will win
- The Valkyries have lost each of their last eight games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Lynx have won seven of their last eight games.
- The Lynx have covered the spread in seven of their last eight night games.
- The Valkyries have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four night games following a home win.
Why the Golden State Valkyries will win
- The Valkyries have won each of their last three night games.
- The Valkyries have covered the spread in five of their last six night games against Western Conference opponents.
- The Lynx have failed to cover the spread in four of their last five games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Valkyries’ last five games has gone OVER the total points line.
- Five of the Lynx’s last six games against Western Conference opponents have gone OVER the total points line.
Minnesota Lynx Player Facts
- Kayla McBride has recorded two games with 4+ assists and zero turnovers this season – equal to the most of any player in the league.
- Courtney Williams ranks 2nd in the league for fast-break points (29) this season.
Golden State Valkyries Player Facts
- Veronica Burton has recorded two games with 4+ assists and zero turnovers this season – equal to the most of any player in the league.
- Kiah Stokes ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for blocks per 36 minutes (3.1) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st for steals per game this season (8.7).
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st for field goal percentage this season (51.4%).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for three-point percentage this season (39.0%).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for three-point field goals made per game this season (12.2).
Lynx vs Valkyries Injury Report
Napheesa Collier is out for the Lynx due to an ankle injury. Dorka Juhasz is out due to a foot injury. Emma Cechova is out with a knee injury.
The Valkyries don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
Lynx vs Valkyries Prediction
The Valkyries are a solid team that defends and can shoot the leather off the ball. Dating back to the end of last season, the Valkyries have been one of the better teams in the league. I’d still need more points to consider them in this spot. The Lynx are playing elite ball at both ends of the floor, and they’re 8-1 ATS as well. It’s hard not to be impressed with what the Lynx have shown up to this point, and I’m not trying to step in front of it. I’ll lay the bucket with the Lynx at home.