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August 21, 2026 β’ Wintrust Arena, Chicago
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 21, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Golden State Valkyries (25-11) meets Chicago Sky (15-22) at Wintrust Arena, Chicago.
Golden State Valkyries
Visiting Side
Record
25-11
Chicago Sky
Home Side
Record
15-22
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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GOL
|
12 | 14 | 25 | 19 | 70 |
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CHI
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17 | 21 | 11 | 24 | 73 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
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47%
Golden State Valkyries
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Chicago Sky
Projected Score
GOL 87
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CHI 91
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Golden State Valkyries controls the glass more effectively.
- Chicago Sky shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Golden State Valkyries
STAT
Chicago Sky
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Chicago Sky plays on familiar turf at Wintrust Arena, Chicago.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Golden State Valkyries Could Win
Golden State Valkyries generates 82.0 points per game while shooting 41.6%.
Why Chicago Sky Could Win
Chicago Sky produces 88.0 points per game on 44.5% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Chicago Sky's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Wintrust Arena, Chicago
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
8,028
Closing Odds
Line: GS -6.5 | O/U: 163.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Natasha Cloud
17
Team Assists
Courtney Vandersloot
5
Team Points
Laeticia Amihere
16
Team Assists
Tiffany Hayes
4
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Golden State Valkyries (51.4%)
Chicago Sky (48.6%)
Total Submissions: 41 circles
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