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August 19, 2026 β’ Chase Center, San Francisco
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 19, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Minnesota Lynx (28-7) meets Golden State Valkyries (24-9) at Chase Center, San Francisco.
Minnesota Lynx
Visiting Side
Record
28-7
Golden State Valkyries
Home Side
Record
24-9
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
65%
Minnesota Lynx
VS
35%
Golden State Valkyries
Projected Score
MIN 93
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GOL 84
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Minnesota Lynx boasts a superior average point differential.
- Minnesota Lynx controls the glass more effectively.
- Minnesota Lynx operates with higher offensive efficiency.
Minnesota Lynx
STAT
Golden State Valkyries
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Golden State Valkyries plays on familiar turf at Chase Center, San Francisco.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Minnesota Lynx Could Win
Minnesota Lynx generates 95.5 points per game while shooting 48.4%.
Why Golden State Valkyries Could Win
Golden State Valkyries produces 84.4 points per game on 42.7% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Minnesota Lynx's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Chase Center, San Francisco
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
N/A
Closing Odds
Line: NL | O/U: TBD
Team Leaders
Team Points
Gabby Williams
14.6
Team Assists
Veronica Burton
5.5
Team Points
Olivia Miles
19.8
Team Assists
Olivia Miles
6.1
Consensus Pool
Live Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Minnesota Lynx (50.0%)
Golden State Valkyries (50.0%)
Total Submissions: 46 circles
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