The Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries meet Monday in the WNBA Finals Game 2 at the Chase Center. Here’s a Valkyries vs. Dream Prediction. This article will include a Valkyries vs. Dream Pick.
Atlanta Dream Betting Preview
The Atlanta Dream have won 10 of their last 11 games. The Dream have won 9 of their last 10 road games. The Dream haven’t lost two straight games since July 2-4.
The Atlanta Dream are averaging 87.8 points on 40.8 percent shooting and allowing 80.5 points on 41.8 percent shooting. Rhyne Howard is averaging 18 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Allisha Gray is averaging 17.5 points and 1.3 assists. Jordin Canada is the third double-digit scorer, and Angel Reese is grabbing 9 rebounds. The Atlanta Dream are shooting 3.1 percent from beyond the arc and 89.2 percent from the free-throw line. The Atlanta Dream are allowing 33.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.5 rebounds per game.
Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview
The Golden State Valkyries have won five straight games. The Valkyries have won 7 straight home games. The Valkyries haven’t lost a home game since August 19.
The Golden State Valkyries are averaging 84.3 points on 40.2 percent shooting and allowing 77.6 points on 4.12 percent shooting. Gabby Williams is averaging 23.1 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Tiffany Hayes is averaging 11.9 points and 2.6 assists. Kayla Thornton is grabbing 5.3 rebounds, and Veronica Burton is dishing 3.9 assists. The Golden State Valkyries are shooting 34.7 percent from beyond the arc and 84.1 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Valkyries are allowing 34 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 38.3 rebounds per game.
Why the Golden State Valkyries will win
- The favorites have won each of the Valkyries’ last 12 games at Chase Center.
- The Dream have lost each of their last three games at Chase Center.
- The Valkyries have covered the spread in eight of their last nine games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Dream have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Valkyries teams that held a winning record.
Why the Atlanta Dream will win
- The Dream have won nine of their last 10 road games.
- The Dream have covered the spread in 10 of their last 11 games as underdogs.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Valkyries’ last five games against Eastern Conference opponents have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Four of the Dream’s last five games as underdogs following a road loss have gone OVER the total points line.
Golden State Valkyries Player Facts
- Gabby Williams ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for steals per 36 minutes (2.4) this season.
- Kaila Charles ranks 4th amongst qualified Guards for rebounds per game (4.7) this season.
Atlanta Dream Player Facts
- Rhyne Howard has recorded nine games with 3+ assists and zero turnovers this season- the most of any player in the league.
- Allisha Gray ranks 1st in the league for fast break points (143) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for opponent assists per game this season (18.2).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for opponent steals per game this season (5.7).
- The Atlanta Dream rank 1st for steals per game this season (9.1).
- The Atlanta Dream rank 14th for blocks per game this season (3.3).
Valkyries vs Dream Injury Report
Brionna Jones is out for the Dream with a leg injury.
The Valkyries don’t have any players listed on their injury report.
Valkyries vs Dream Prediction
As I said in my Game 1 write-up, I wouldn’t talk you off the ledge if you’re looking at the Dream and the free bucket. They’re 10-1 SU and ATS in their last 11 games. Gray is also back, which is nice. However, the Valkyries have been too consistent at home to bet against with the small number. The crowd is nasty, the defense is aggressive, and the Valkyries just find ways to grind out wins and covers. It’s not always pretty, but it puts money in the pocket.
It’s also worth noting that the Valkyries are 4-0 SU and ATS against the Dream this season. Give me an extra point or two, and we’re talking something different. Give me the Valkyries and the small number.