Chase Center, San Francisco, California
Tip-off: 10:00 p.m. ET
TV: USA Network / CNBC (local options include KPIX+ and others; streaming via League Pass/Fubo where available)
The Valkyries enter on a four-game winning streak and sit second in the overall standings, while the Sky continue a difficult season near the bottom of the East and struggle on the road (roughly 4-12 away). Chicago won the only prior meeting this season (69-63 on May 13 at Golden State).
Current Player Rosters / Key Contributors
Chicago Sky key players: Kamilla Cardoso (double-double threat, ~14 PPG / 8+ RPG), DiJonai Carrington (recent scoring bursts), Natasha Cloud (playmaking), Azurá Stevens, Gabriela Jaquez, and other rotation pieces. Offense relies on interior presence and opportunistic scoring.
Golden State Valkyries key players: Gabby Williams (~14–15 PPG), Janelle Salaün (when available), Cecilia Zandalasini (hot from three recently), Tiffany Hayes, Veronica Burton (assists), and defensive specialists. The team thrives on elite defense and balanced contributions.
Injury Reports
Chicago Sky:
Skylar Diggins (G): Out (knee).
Sydney Taylor (G): Out (groin).
Rickea Jackson (F): Out for season (knee/ACL).
Significant backcourt and scoring depth missing.
Golden State Valkyries:
Kiah Stokes (C): Out (concussion/neck).
Janelle Salaün (F): Questionable (knee).
Iliana Rupert (C): Out for season (pregnancy).
Frontcourt depth is tested, but the defensive identity remains strong.
Key Player Versus Player Matchups
Kamilla Cardoso vs. Golden State’s interior (Stokes out): Cardoso’s rebounding and scoring in the paint will be critical against a length-oriented defense.
Gabby Williams / perimeter creators vs. Chicago’s depleted backcourt: Valkyries should generate open looks and turnovers.
Chicago’s secondary scorers (Carrington, Cloud) against Golden State’s opportunistic defenders.
Valkyries lead the league in points allowed (~77 PPG) and opponent FG%; Sky have been more competitive recently but struggle to sustain efficiency on the road.
Recent Team Forms
Chicago Sky: 2-3 in last 5 / mixed results overall (12-21); competitive in some home games but poor road record and injury-hit. Recent loss at Seattle.
Golden State Valkyries: 4-1 in last 5 / 23-9 overall with a four-game win streak; excellent at home (13-4) and elite defensively. Recent road win at LA.
Series History
Chicago leads the 2026 season series 1-0 (May 13 road win). Broader recent history has been competitive, but Golden State’s current form and home dominance create a clear edge.
GAME ODDS
Chicago Sky 167
Golden State Valkyries – 8.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, August 11, 2026
