Date: Wednesday, July 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM PT
Location: Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle, WA
Broadcast: ESPN, WNBA League Pass
Matchup Overview
This Western Conference clash marks the third meeting of the season between the expansion Golden State Valkyries (10-10) and the Seattle Storm (13-9). Golden State has dominated the series so far, winning both previous matchups — including a commanding 84-57 victory on June 30. Golden State Valkyries: Currently 8th in the WNBA standings, they’ve dropped four of their last five games but remain competitive thanks to elite rebounding and perimeter shooting. Seattle Storm: Sitting 4th in the league, the Storm are looking to bounce back from a home loss to Washington and avenge their earlier defeats to Golden State.
Key Stats Comparison
| Category | Valkyries (10-10) | Storm (13-9) |
| Points Per Game | 80.3 | 81.5 |
| Opponent Points Allowed | 78.6 | 79.0 |
| FG% | 40.6% | 45.2% |
| 3PT Made (League Rank) | 3rd | 6th |
| Rebounds Per Game | 37.7 (2nd in WNBA) | 30.9 |
| Assists Per Game | 19.4 | 21.3 (2nd in WNBA) |
| Last 10 Games | 5-5 | 6-4 |
Players to Watch
Golden State Valkyries
Kayla Thornton (F): All-Star forward averaging 14.8 PPG and 7.2 RPG. She’ll be key in the paint against Ogwumike.
Tiffany Hayes (G): Veteran scorer with 13.4 PPG and a 42.4% clip from three in her last outing.
Veronica Burton (G): Floor general averaging 10.9 PPG and 5.4 APG. Prop bet favorite to exceed 10.5 points.
Seattle Storm
Skylar Diggins (G): Leading scorer with 18.2 PPG and 5.9 APG. She’s averaged 19.5 PPG vs. Golden State this season.
Nneka Ogwumike (F): 10-time All-Star contributing 17.0 PPG and 7.8 RPG.
Gabby Williams (F): Versatile wing averaging 14.0 PPG, 4.7 RPG, and 4.5 APG.
Tactical Breakdown
Golden State’s Edge: Dominates the boards and limits paint scoring. Their perimeter shooting — especially from Hayes and Burton — can stretch Seattle’s defense.
Seattle’s Advantage: Superior ball movement and interior scoring. Diggins and Ogwumike will look to exploit Golden State’s mid-range gaps.
GAME ODDS
Golden State Valkyries 157
Seattle Storm – 5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, July 15, 2025
