Venue: Chase Center — San Francisco, California
Tip‑off: 7:00 p.m. PT / 10:00 p.m. ET
Season Context: Chicago looks to build on a strong opening win, while Golden State aims to remain undefeated in their inaugural season with a 3–0 start.
Venue & Setting
Chase Center has instantly become one of the WNBA’s most electric environments. The Valkyries’ first two home games were sellouts, with a playoff‑level atmosphere fueling their fast-paced, high‑energy style.
Golden State’s early success has energized the Bay Area, and the Sky enter a building where the home team has already shown a clear edge in pace, rebounding, and crowd‑driven momentum swings.
Injury Report
Chicago Sky
- Marina Mabrey — Probable (ankle) Expected to play; key perimeter shooter.
- Angel Reese — Probable (shoulder soreness) Played through it in the opener; should be full-go.
- Kamilla Cardoso — Out (shoulder rehab) Still weeks away; Chicago’s interior depth remains thin.
Golden State Valkyries
- Kelsey Plum — Probable (wrist) Expected to play; has been explosive in early games.
- Nneka Ogwumike — Questionable (hamstring tightness) Missed Game 2; her status is the biggest swing factor in this matchup.
- Lexie Hull — Out (foot) Depth wing remains sidelined.
Team Records & Recent Form
Chicago Sky
- Record: 1–0
- Last Game: Win vs. Phoenix (83–76)
- Trend: Chicago’s defense looked sharp, forcing 17 turnovers. The offense was balanced, but rebounding remains a concern without Cardoso.
Golden State Valkyries
- Record: 2–0
- Last Game: Win vs. Seattle (92–84)
- Trend: The Valkyries are playing fast, scoring 90+ in both games. Their guard play has been elite, and their spacing has created high‑efficiency looks.
Key Player Matchups
1. Angel Reese vs. Nneka Ogwumike (if active)
- Reese’s rebounding and physicality are Chicago’s backbone.
- Ogwumike is Golden State’s most reliable interior scorer and defender. Edge: Golden State if Ogwumike plays; Chicago if she sits.
2. Marina Mabrey vs. Kelsey Plum
- Mabrey’s shooting is Chicago’s best weapon.
- Plum is averaging 24+ PPG through two games and is thriving in Golden State’s pace. Edge: Plum.
3. Dana Evans vs. Skylar Diggins‑Smith
- Evans is Chicago’s engine, pushing tempo and creating off the dribble.
- SDS has been a stabilizing force for Golden State, controlling pace and facilitating. Edge: Golden State.
4. Rebounding Battle: Angel Reese vs. the Valkyries’ Committee
- Reese grabbed 14 boards in the opener.
- Golden State has rebounded well as a group but lacks a dominant interior presence without Ogwumike. Edge: Chicago on the glass.
Series History
- First-ever meeting between the Chicago Sky and the expansion Golden State Valkyries.
Betting Trends
Chicago Sky
- 4–1 ATS in their last 5 road games (2025)
- Under has hit in 5 of their last 7
- 1–0 ATS this season
Golden State Valkyries
- 2–0 ATS in franchise history
- Over is 2–0 due to elite pace and spacing
- Scoring 91.5 PPG through two games
League‑Wide Early‑Season Trends
- Unders hit more often early, but Golden State’s pace is an outlier
- Home favorites of 5+ points are 8–3 SU in May games since 2024
GAME ODDS
Chicago Sky 166.5
Golden State Valkyries – 5.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, May 12, 2026
