Third Straight Win for Golden State? Golden State Valkyries vs New York Liberty Prediction | June 29, 2026
Golden State Valkyries
New York Liberty
One of the WNBA games of the day takes place at Chase Center in San Francisco, where the Golden State Valkyries host the New York Liberty. Both teams enter the matchup with identical 12-7 records, but their recent form has been moving in opposite directions.
Match Preview
Golden State enters this game full of confidence after winning back-to-back games against one of the league's top teams, the Atlanta Dream. Those victories helped the Valkyries bounce back from losses to Las Vegas and Minnesota, and they have now won six of their last eight games.
In their latest victory over Atlanta 78-75, Gabby Williams led the way with 16 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 assists. Golden State currently sits third in the Western Conference with a 12-7 record and has turned Chase Center into one of the toughest venues in the WNBA, winning nine of twelve home games this season.
While the Valkyries average a modest 83.1 points per game offensively, their defense has been outstanding. Golden State allows just 78.4 points per contest, the best defensive mark in the WNBA, while also ranking second in Defensive Rating (102.3). The Valkyries also lead the entire league in made three-pointers and nearly 40% of their total offense comes from beyond the arc. Gabby Williams leads the team in scoring, Kayla Thornton controls the glass, and Veronica Burton remains the primary playmaker.
New York arrives after a disappointing loss to the Seattle Storm 88-99 and has now won only one of its last four games. In that defeat, Jonquel Jones finished with 26 points and 8 rebounds, while Leonie Fiebich added 19 points.
The Liberty also own a 12-7 record and sit second in the Eastern Conference. They have been solid on the road with six wins in nine away games and remain one of the league's strongest offensive teams, averaging 88.9 points per game. New York also ranks among the league leaders in field-goal percentage, three-point shooting, free-throw accuracy, and assists.
However, there are important injury concerns entering this matchup. Breanna Stewart remains questionable, while Satou Sabally could also miss the game. Jonquel Jones continues to anchor the frontcourt, but potential absences of key stars could significantly reduce New York's offensive ceiling.
Key Trends
- Golden State has won 6 of its last 8 games.
- Golden State has won 6 of its last 7 home games.
- The Valkyries have won their last 2 meetings against New York.
- Golden State defeated the Liberty 87-70 earlier this season.
- New York has lost 3 of its last 4 games.
- Golden State owns the league's best defense (78.4 points allowed per game).
- Golden State leads the WNBA in made three-pointers.
Prediction
This matchup favors the team arriving in much better form. Golden State has developed into one of the league's toughest defensive units, especially at home, where its physical style consistently frustrates opponents. The Valkyries have also built momentum by beating Atlanta twice in a row and have already shown they can handle New York after an impressive 87-70 victory earlier this season. The Liberty remain one of the WNBA's most talented teams, but their recent performances have lacked consistency, and the possible absence of Breanna Stewart could be a major factor against one of the league's strongest defenses. With Golden State playing confidently, protecting home court, and carrying clear momentum into this contest, the Valkyries appear to have the edge once again. Recommended Bet: Golden State Valkyries to Win
