Golden State Valkyries
33-12
6:00 PM PT
Dallas Wings
28-18
Veronica Burton
12.1 PPG · 3.6 REB · 5.7 AST
Paige Bueckers
20.7 PPG · 4.2 REB · 5.9 AST
Game Script
Expect a defensive, grind-it-out battle. Valkyries (82.6 PPG) meet Wings (89.4 PPG), with both defenses stingy.
The game likely turns on paint: Valkyries score 18.3 two-point makes a game; Wings protect the rim with 4.1 blocks. Interior control leans Wings.
Game Snapshot
Golden State Valkyries
Last 54-1WWLWW
StreakW2
L5 scoring82.8points/game
L5 defense73.6allowed/game
Home18-5Road 15-7
Rest3dsince last game
Series4-04 played
Dallas Wings
Last 53-2WWLWL
StreakL1
L5 scoring90.6points/game
L5 defense88.2allowed/game
Home17-6Road 11-12
Rest3dsince last game
Series0-44 played
Team Identity
Golden State Valkyries
Defensive-mindedThree-point shooting
A defensive identity and a three-point attack, though hampered by a slower half-court style.
EliteWell Below22
Defensive DElite100
Three-point shootingAbove Avg83
TransitionWell Below6
Paint-firstWell Below11
Ball movementBelow Avg28
ReboundingAverage61
Rim protectionAverage61
Dallas Wings
Paint-first offenseBall movementDefensive-mindedReboundingRim protection
A paint-first attack and sharp ball movement.
EliteAverage61
Defensive DAbove Avg78
Three-point shootingAverage53
TransitionBelow Avg44
Paint-firstElite89
Ball movementElite89
ReboundingAbove Avg72
Rim protectionAbove Avg67
Where the Game Will Be Won
Paint
Valkyries score 18.3 two-point makes a game; Wings protect the rim with 4.1 blocks. Interior control leans Wings.
Edge · WingsValkyries: 18.3 2PT makesWings: 4.1 blocks/gmHigh confidence
Scoring Environment
Valkyries have averaged 158 combined points a game, Wings 175. A higher-scoring environment favors Wings.
Edge · WingsValkyries: 158 combined pts/gm (6th pct)Wings: 175 combined pts/gm (44th pct)High confidence
Rebounding
Valkyries carry a +0.6 rebound margin, Wings +1.4. Second-chance control leans Wings.
Edge · WingsValkyries: +0.6 margin, 9.0 OREBWings: +1.4 margin, 8.5 OREBHigh confidence
Turnovers
Valkyries average 10.2 turnovers, Wings 11.1; steals (7.8 vs 6.8) add pressure. Ball security favors Valkyries.
Edge · ValkyriesValkyries: 10.2 TO / 7.8 STLWings: 11.1 TO / 6.8 STLHigh confidence
Perimeter
Valkyries shoot 35% from three (10.6/gm); Wings allow 34%. The three-point battle tilts toward Valkyries.
Edge · ValkyriesValkyries: 10.6 3PM at 35%Wings allow 34% on threesHigh confidence
Players Who Shape Tonight
Veronica Burton
Golden State Valkyries · G
12.1 PPG · 3.6 REB · 5.7 AST · 28 MIN
As Golden State Valkyries's primary creator, Burton sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Gabby Williams
Golden State Valkyries · F
14.5 PPG · 3.3 REB · 2.3 AST · 25 MIN
As Golden State Valkyries's key contributor, Williams sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Paige Bueckers
Dallas Wings · G
20.7 PPG · 4.2 REB · 5.9 AST · 32 MIN
As Dallas Wings's superstar, Bueckers sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Jessica Shepard
Dallas Wings · F
14.0 PPG · 10.8 REB · 5.2 AST · 31 MIN
As Dallas Wings's primary creator, Shepard sets the tone for how they attack. Holding steady
Trending Players
Awak Kuier
Dallas Wings
Minutes up to 25.4 from 17.7.
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 8.4p 4.6r 1.2aSeason: 5.9p 17.7 min
Kaitlyn Chen
Golden State Valkyries
10.6 points over his last 5 (from 6.8).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 10.6p 1.6r 2.0aSeason: 6.8p 14.8 min
Kaila Charles
Golden State Valkyries
Minutes up to 24.2 from 19.7.
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 7.0p 6.8r 1.4aSeason: 6.2p 19.7 min
Janelle Salaun
Golden State Valkyries
8.4 points over his last 5 (from 13.1).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 8.4p 4.4r 0.6aSeason: 13.1p 22.4 min
Azzi Fudd
Dallas Wings
9.7 points over his last 5 (from 13.4).
Double figures (10+ pts)
L5: 9.7p 1.3r 1.3aSeason: 13.4p 31.5 min
Team Trends
Golden State ValkyriesPoints104
Opp points80
3PT%50%
Rebounds33
Dallas WingsPoints80
Opp points104
3PT%30%
Rebounds30
Strongest Player Opportunities
100
Paige Bueckers
20+ Points
Dallas Wings
Why it stands out
29.0 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Kiah Stokes
8+ Rebounds
Golden State Valkyries
Why it stands out
Usable recent role at 24.4 minutes
No notable risk
100
Jessica Shepard
8+ Rebounds
Dallas Wings
Why it stands out
29.6 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
100
Awak Kuier
4+ Rebounds
Dallas Wings
Why it stands out
Usable recent role at 25.4 minutes
Main risk
Recent production is below the 10-game baseline
100
Veronica Burton
5+ Assists
Golden State Valkyries
Why it stands out
28.8 minutes per game over the last 5
Main risk
Recent production is below the 10-game baseline
100
Jessica Shepard
3+ Assists
Dallas Wings
Why it stands out
29.6 minutes per game over the last 5
No notable risk
Based on games before 2026-09-30. Injuries, confirmed starters, rest/travel, and advanced ratings (pace, offensive/defensive rating) are not yet included.