Wings vs. Valkyries prediction: Paige Bueckers projected to score 16 points in Wednesday's WNBA matchup [6/17/2026]
Get Dallas Wings vs Golden State Valkyries predictions for WNBA Wednesday.

The Golden State Valkyries and Dallas Wings will lock horns in the WNBA at Chase Center on Wednesday, with tipoff at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' proven WNBA model gives the Valkyries a slight edge with a 50.1% win probability over the Wings.
The Valkyries, with the likes of Veronica Burton, Janelle Salaun and Gabby Williams, will face off against the Wings, featuring Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd and Arike Ogunbowale.
Bueckers, the young phenom making headlines with the Wings, is expected to deliver a standout performance with a projected 16 points and 1 threes.

This article offers an expanded analysis of Wednesday's Wings vs. Valkyries matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Wings vs. Valkyries prediction: Who will win and cover?
Our independent predictive model gives the Valkyries a 50.1% chance of beating the Wings.
According to our model, the Wings (+2.5) have a 58.7% chance of covering the spread, while the 164.5-point over/under has a 51.2% chance of staying under,.
Wings vs. Valkyries odds
We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Wings | Valkyries |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +2.5 (-104) | -2.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +130 | -145 |
| Total | o164.5 (-114) | u164.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Wings vs. Valkyries picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Wings +2.5 | -104 |
| Moneyline | Wings | +130 |
| Total | Under 164.5 | -105 |
According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Wings +2.5 at the spread.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Wings vs. Valkyries player props
WNBA prop bets are a great way to wager on the Wings vs. Valkyries matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Paige Bueckers is expected to lead the Wings with 16 points, 3 rebounds and 4 assists, while Veronica Burton is projected to have 14 points, 5 rebounds and 7 assists for the Valkyries.
Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Gabby Williams striking first with a 15.5% probability.
Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.
Wings prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Wings are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paige Bueckers | 16 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Azzi Fudd | 15 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 29 |
| A. Ogunbowale | 15 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 28 |
| Jessica Shepard | 14 | 11 | 5 | 0 | 39 |
| Awak Kuier | 8 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 22 |
Valkyries prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Valkyries:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veronica Burton | 14 | 5 | 7 | 2 | 36 |
| Janelle Salaun | 13 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 24 |
| Gabby Williams | 12 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 29 |
| Kayla Thornton | 11 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 24 |
| C. Zandalasini | 8 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 16 |
Wings vs. Valkyries game-day updates and essential details
Wednesday's game between the Valkyries and Wings at Chase Center is scheduled to begin at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Dallas Wings vs. Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Wednesday, June 17, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Valkyries, with a 50.1% win probability, will likely beat the Wings in Wednesday's WNBA matchup.
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