The Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries meet Friday in WNBA action at the Chase Center. Here’s a Valkyries vs Lynx Prediction. This article will include a Valkyries vs Lynx Pick.
Minnesota Lynx Betting Preview
The Minnesota Lynx look to stay hot after winning 12 of their last 14 games. The Minnesota Lynx have won 6 of their last 7 road games.
The Minnesota Lynx are averaging 93.1 points on 50.8 percent shooting and allowing 79.7 points on 39.3 percent shooting. Olivia Miles is averaging 19 points and 4.9 rebounds, while Natasha Howard is averaging 17.6 points and 7.5 rebounds. Courtney Williams is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla McBride is grabbing 4.2 rebounds. The Minnesota Lynx are shooting 39 percent from beyond the arc and 77.5 percent from the free-throw line. The Minnesota Lynx are allowing 30.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.4 rebounds per game.
Golden State Valkyries Betting Preview
The Golden State Valkyries look to build on their 4-game winning streak. The Valkyries have won 7 of their last 9 home games.
The Golden State Valkyries are averaging 85.1 points on 41 percent shooting and allowing 78.4 points on 42.2 percent shooting. Gabby Williams is averaging 16.3 points and 3.7 rebounds, while Veronica Burton is averaging 14 points and 5.7 assists. Janelle Salaun is the third double-digit scorer, and Kayla Thornton is grabbing 5.5 rebounds. The Golden State Valkyries are shooting 36.9 percent from beyond the arc and 78 percent from the free-throw line. The Golden State Valkyries are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Golden State Valkyries will win
- The Valkyries have won seven of their last eight night games.
- The Lynx have lost each of their last three road games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Valkyries have covered the spread in seven of their last eight night games against Western Conference opponents that held a winning record.
- The Lynx have failed to cover the spread in nine of their last 11 road games against teams that held a winning record.
Why the Minnesota Lynx will win
- The favorites have won each of the Valkyries’ last 11 games.
- The Valkyries have lost 15 of their last 16 games as underdogs against Western Conference opponents.
- The Lynx have covered the spread in 10 of their last 11 games.
- The Valkyries have failed to cover the spread in five of their last six games at Chase Center following a home win.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Lynx’s last five night games has gone OVER the total points line.
- Six of the Valkyries’ last seven games at Chase Center have gone OVER the total points line.
Golden State Valkyries Player Facts
- Kiah Stokes has recorded seven games with 1+ assists and zero turnovers this season – equal to the most of any player in the league.
- Janelle Salaün ranks 1st amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (4.0) this season.
Minnesota Lynx Player Facts
- Courtney Williams ranks 1st in the league for fast-break points (52) this season.
- Nia Coffey has recorded 4+ steals + blocks in each of her last two games – equal-longest active streak of any player in the league.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for turnovers per game this season (10.3).
- The Golden State Valkyries rank 1st for three-point field goals made per game this season (11.5).
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st for rebounds per game this season (37.4).
- The Minnesota Lynx rank 1st for field goal percentage this season (50.8%).
Valkyries vs Lynx Injury Report
The Valkyries don’t have any players listed on their 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.
Valkyries vs Lynx Prediction
The Lynx look like the best team in the league, which is scary because they still don’t have Phee back yet. Oddsmakers have caught on, and they should be favored. However, the Valkyries have more than held their own through 15 games, and that includes taking the Lynx down the wire two weeks ago. The Valkyries have the best crowd in the league, and you know that place will be packed for this statement game. The Valkyries knock down the three-ball and defend as well as most teams. This is a scrappy bunch that will be up to the challenge. I want the free bucket in what should be a fun back and forth.