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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries predictions for WNBA Friday.
The Golden State Valkyries will square off with the Minnesota Lynx in WNBA action at Chase Center on Friday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven WNBA model predicts the Lynx as the most likely winner of the Lynx vs. Valkyries game.
The Valkyries, led by Veronica Burton, Gabby Williams and Janelle Salaun, will face off against the Lynx, whose lineup includes Courtney Williams, Olivia Miles and Kayla McBride.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Friday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Lynx vs. Valkyries prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Friday's WNBA matchup between the Lynx and Valkyries, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Lynx a 59.5% chance of defeating the Valkyries.
According to our model, the Lynx (-2.5) have a 50.2% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 166.5 points has a 54.7% chance of staying under,.
Lynx vs. Valkyries odds
We have researched the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Lynx | Valkyries |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | -2.5 (-110) | +2.5 (-104) |
| Moneyline | -150 | +130 |
| Total | o166.5 (-108) | u166.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Lynx vs. Valkyries picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current 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 | Valkyries +2.5 | -104 |
| Moneyline | Lynx | -150 |
| Total | Under 166.5 | -110 |
According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 166.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Lynx vs. Valkyries player props
WNBA prop bets are a great way to wager on Friday's Lynx vs. Valkyries matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We have crunched the numbers to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Courtney Williams is expected to lead the Lynx with 15 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, while Veronica Burton is projected to have 13 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists for the Valkyries.
Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Gabby Williams striking first with a 16.1% 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.
Lynx prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Lynx are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C. Williams | 15 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 34 |
| Olivia Miles | 14 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 32 |
| Kayla McBride | 13 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 26 |
| Natasha Howard | 13 | 8 | 3 | 0 | 32 |
| Nia Coffey | 8 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 23 |
Valkyries prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Valkyries:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veronica Burton | 13 | 4 | 6 | 2 | 34 |
| Gabby Williams | 11 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 27 |
| Janelle Salaun | 11 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 21 |
| Kayla Thornton | 10 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 22 |
| Kaila Charles | 7 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 17 |
Lynx vs. Valkyries game-day updates and essential details
Friday's game between the Valkyries and Lynx at Chase Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Minnesota Lynx vs. Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Friday, June 19, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Lynx, with a 59.5% win probability, will likely beat the Valkyries in Friday's WNBA matchup.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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