Valkyries Dominate Wings in WNBA Showdown
Friday, August 7, 2026, 9:30 PM ET · American Airlines Center
Golden State Valkyries 94, Dallas Wings 76, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Golden State Valkyries vs Dallas Wings?
Golden State Valkyries beat Dallas Wings 94-76 at American Airlines Center on August 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Golden State Valkyries vs Dallas Wings?
Golden State Valkyries were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a commanding performance, the Golden State Valkyries defeated the Dallas Wings 94-76 at the American Airlines Center on August 8, 2026. This victory not only extended the Valkyries' winning streak to three games but also marked their fourth consecutive win against the Wings, as they have now won the series 3-0.
The Valkyries entered the game with a strong record of 22-9, showcasing a recent form of 8-2 over their last ten games, with an average of 83.3 points scored and 75.6 points allowed. In contrast, the Wings had a record of 19-13 and were struggling with a 5-4-1 record in their last ten games, averaging 82.4 points scored while allowing 78.6 points per game. The Wings had lost their last game against the Washington Mystics, which added to their recent struggles as they faced a tough opponent in the Valkyries.
At home, the Wings had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Valkyries performed well on the road, holding a 5-1 record in their last six away games. The Valkyries' recent form and their success against the Wings made them the favorites, with DraftKings setting the odds at Golden State -1.5 for the spread and a total of 160.5 for the game.
In terms of injuries, the Wings were missing key players Azzi Fudd (knee) and Costanza Verona (personal), which impacted their lineup. The Valkyries were also without several players, including Cecilia Zandalasini, Janelle Salaun, Gabby Williams, and Iliana Rupert, all of whom were out for non-injury-related reasons.
As the game unfolded, the Valkyries established control early and maintained their lead throughout. The scoring plays in the fourth quarter highlighted their dominance, with Maddy Siegrist and Veronica Burton contributing crucial points. Siegrist made multiple free throws, while Burton's two-point shot and free throw further solidified the Valkyries' advantage. Kayla Thornton's three-pointer and Kiah Stokes' layup capped off a strong finish for Golden State, pushing the score to 94-74 before Sug Sutton's late basket for the Wings.
The Valkyries' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, combined with their solid defensive play, allowed them to secure the win decisively. This result not only reflects their current form but also highlights the challenges the Wings face as they look to bounce back from this defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GS -1.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | Golden State Valkyries -120 · Dallas Wings +100 |
Injury report
- Azzi FuddOutKneeDallas Wings
- Costanza VeronaOutPersonalDallas Wings
- Cecilia ZandalasiniOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Janelle SalaunOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Gabby WilliamsOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Iliana RupertOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
Leaders
- PointsPaige Bueckers17Dallas Wings
- AssistsOdyssey Sims4Dallas Wings
- ReboundsJessica Shepard11Dallas Wings
- PointsVeronica Burton22Golden State Valkyries
- AssistsVeronica Burton7Golden State Valkyries
- ReboundsKayla Thornton10Golden State Valkyries
Recent form
Dallas Wings
Last 10: 5-4-1Streak L182.4 scored · 78.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L92-96at Washington MysticsAug 5
- W83-63vs Connecticut SunAug 2
- L75-81at Washington MysticsJul 31
- L81-82vs Atlanta DreamJul 30
- W101-97at Portland FireJul 23
- L98-99vs New York LibertyJul 21
- W90-82vs Los Angeles SparksJul 19
- D0-0vs New York LibertyJul 17
- W96-91vs Chicago SkyJul 12
- W108-95at Toronto TempoJul 10
Golden State Valkyries
Last 10: 8-2Streak W283.3 scored · 75.6 allowed per game5-1 away
- W92-81vs Toronto TempoAug 5
- W96-79vs Toronto TempoAug 3
- L89-91at Phoenix MercuryJul 30
- L82-90vs Washington MysticsJul 21
- W74-69vs Washington MysticsJul 19
- W88-75at Indiana FeverJul 16
- W79-64at Connecticut SunJul 10
- W83-75at Toronto TempoJul 8
- W62-49at Washington MysticsJul 6
- W88-83at Atlanta DreamJul 4
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | - | 9 | L2 | .775 | 31 |
| Golden State | 2 | 11 | W4 | .725 | 29 |
| Las Vegas | 4 | 13 | W3 | .675 | 27 |
| Dallas | 7 | 16 | W4 | .600 | 24 |
| Portland | 15 | 24 | L1 | .400 | 16 |
| Los Angeles | 16 | 25 | W2 | .375 | 15 |
| Phoenix | 17 | 26 | W1 | .350 | 14 |
| Seattle | 23 | 32 | L1 | .200 | 8 |
Box score
| Stat | Golden State Valkyries | Dallas Wings |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-71 | 21-62 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 12-34 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 28 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 27-38 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 24 |
| Assists | 27 | 8 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 24 |
| Fouls | 24 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 79 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter59-43Kayla Thornton makes 23-foot three point jumper (Veronica Burton assists)
- 3rd Quarter59-46Alanna Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Paige Bueckers assists)
- 3rd Quarter62-46Cecilia Zandalasini makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gabby Williams assists)
- 3rd Quarter62-47Jessica Shepard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-48Jessica Shepard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter62-50Maddy Siegrist makes layup
- 3rd Quarter64-50Veronica Burton makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter64-52Paige Bueckers makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter65-52Janelle Salaun makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter66-52Janelle Salaun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter68-52Kaila Charles makes running layup (Janelle Salaun assists)
- 3rd Quarter71-52Kaila Charles makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tiffany Hayes assists)
- 3rd Quarter72-52Laeticia Amihere makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-54Li Yueru makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter72-55Li Yueru makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter72-56Aziaha James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-57Aziaha James makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter72-58Aziaha James makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter73-58Janelle Salaun makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter74-58Janelle Salaun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter74-61Arike Ogunbowale makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aziaha James assists)
- 4th Quarter76-61Janelle Salaun makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter76-63Aziaha James makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter76-64Li Yueru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-65Li Yueru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter78-65Gabby Williams makes 3-foot layup (Kiah Stokes assists)
- 4th Quarter81-65Gabby Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Veronica Burton assists)
- 4th Quarter81-67Li Yueru makes running layup (Odyssey Sims assists)
- 4th Quarter83-67Gabby Williams makes 13-foot floating jump shot (Veronica Burton assists)
- 4th Quarter86-67Veronica Burton makes 30-foot three pointer (Tiffany Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter86-69Jessica Shepard makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter86-71Aziaha James makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter86-72Maddy Siegrist makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter88-72Veronica Burton makes 2-foot two point shot (Cecilia Zandalasini assists)
- 4th Quarter89-72Veronica Burton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter89-73Maddy Siegrist makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter89-74Maddy Siegrist makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter92-74Kayla Thornton makes 22-foot three point jumper (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter94-74Kiah Stokes makes 3-foot layup (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter94-76Sug Sutton makes 5-foot driving floating jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Dallas Wings, below favours Golden State Valkyries.
Venue
- American Airlines CenterDallas, TX
- Attendance16444
- OfficialsMarcy Williams, Randy Richardson, Jason Alabanza
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