Golden State Valkyries Defeat Toronto Tempo 83-75
Wednesday, July 8, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Coca-Cola Coliseum
Golden State Valkyries 83, Toronto Tempo 75, 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 Toronto Tempo?
Golden State Valkyries beat Toronto Tempo 83-75 at Coca-Cola Coliseum on July 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Golden State Valkyries vs Toronto Tempo?
Golden State Valkyries were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.
The Golden State Valkyries continued their dominance over the Toronto Tempo with an 83-75 victory at the Coca-Cola Coliseum, marking their fourth consecutive win in the series, which they now lead 4-0. The Valkyries came into the game with a strong away record of 16-7, while the Tempo struggled with a 9-12 record overall. Golden State's recent form has been impressive, winning eight of their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak leading into this matchup. In contrast, the Tempo has faced challenges, losing their last two games and posting a record of 4-6 in their last ten outings.
The scoring averages reflect the contrasting performances of the two teams. The Valkyries averaged 77.4 points scored and allowed 72.3 points over their last ten games, while the Tempo averaged 91.3 points scored but allowed 93.7 points during the same stretch. This difference in defensive capabilities played a crucial role in the outcome of the game.
In terms of home and away performance, the Tempo had a mixed home record of 3-3 in their last six games, while the Valkyries boasted a solid away record of 8-2 in their last ten games, showcasing their ability to perform well on the road. The game conditions were favorable, but the absence of key players for both teams impacted their strategies. The Tempo was missing several players, including Nyara Sabally (calf), Maria Conde (not injury related), Julie Allemand (head), Marina Mabrey (hip), and Aneesah Morrow (knee). The Valkyries also had notable absences, with Cecilia Zandalasini, Janelle Salaun, Gabby Williams, and Iliana Rupert all out for non-injury-related reasons.
The market reflected the Valkyries' status as favorites, with DraftKings setting the odds at Golden State -8.5, indicating a strong expectation for them to win. The total for the game was set at 165.5, with equal odds of -110.0 for both the over and under.
As the game progressed, the Valkyries maintained control, with key scoring plays in the fourth quarter sealing their victory. Isabelle Harrison contributed significantly with a layup assisted by Julie Allemand, while Janelle Salaun hit a crucial three-pointer, extending the lead. The Tempo attempted to rally but fell short, despite late free throws from Laura Juskaite and Kia Nurse.
Overall, the Valkyries' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and maintain a strong defensive presence allowed them to secure the win, further establishing their position in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GS -8.5 | 165.5 o -110 / u -110 | Golden State Valkyries -340 · Toronto Tempo +270 |
Injury report
- Nyara SaballyOutCalfToronto Tempo
- Maria CondeOutNot Injury RelatedToronto Tempo
- Julie AllemandOutHeadToronto Tempo
- Marina MabreyOutHipToronto Tempo
- Aneesah MorrowOutKneeToronto Tempo
- 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
- PointsIsabelle Harrison24Toronto Tempo
- AssistsJulie Allemand7Toronto Tempo
- ReboundsIsabelle Harrison8Toronto Tempo
- PointsJanelle Salaun26Golden State Valkyries
- AssistsVeronica Burton6Golden State Valkyries
- ReboundsKayla Thornton9Golden State Valkyries
Recent form
Toronto Tempo
Last 10: 4-6Streak L291.3 scored · 93.7 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L76-89vs Dallas WingsJul 5
- L80-89vs Phoenix MercuryJun 27
- W125-97vs Los Angeles SparksJun 25
- L87-94at Atlanta DreamJun 22
- W101-97at Connecticut SunJun 19
- L91-113at Indiana FeverJun 16
- L77-102vs Atlanta DreamJun 14
- L85-86at Washington MysticsJun 12
- W106-102vs Connecticut SunJun 10
- W85-68vs Chicago SkyJun 7
Golden State Valkyries
Last 10: 8-2Streak W577.4 scored · 72.3 allowed per game3-1 away
- W62-49at Washington MysticsJul 6
- W88-83at Atlanta DreamJul 4
- W76-67vs New York LibertyJun 28
- W78-75vs Atlanta DreamJun 27
- W77-66vs Atlanta DreamJun 25
- L73-92at Las Vegas AcesJun 21
- L75-81vs Minnesota LynxJun 20
- W91-80vs Dallas WingsJun 18
- W78-58vs Los Angeles SparksJun 16
- W76-72at Seattle StormJun 13
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 |
| Atlanta | - | 14 | W1 | .650 | 26 |
| Indiana | - | 14 | W2 | .650 | 26 |
| New York | 2 | 16 | W1 | .600 | 24 |
| Washington | 2 | 16 | L1 | .600 | 24 |
| Chicago | 11 | 25 | L3 | .375 | 15 |
| Toronto | 15 | 29 | L4 | .275 | 11 |
| Connecticut | 16 | 30 | L3 | .250 | 10 |
Box score
| Stat | Golden State Valkyries | Toronto Tempo |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-58 | 26-54 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 11-30 | 6-22 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 27 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 17-18 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 94 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 23 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 19 |
| Assists | 18 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 36 |
| Fouls | 20 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 58 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter46-42Julie Allemand makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter46-44Teonni Key makes 1-foot layup (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 3rd Quarter46-46Maria Conde makes two point shot
- 3rd Quarter46-48Julie Allemand makes 19-foot step back jumpshot
- 3rd Quarter49-48Janelle Salaun makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 3rd Quarter49-51Maria Conde makes 25-foot three point jumper (Julie Allemand assists)
- 3rd Quarter50-51Janelle Salaun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter50-52Marina Mabrey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter50-53Marina Mabrey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter51-53Kaila Charles makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter52-53Kaila Charles makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter54-53Kaila Charles makes 4-foot two point shot (Tiffany Hayes assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-53Janelle Salaun makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter55-55Teonni Key makes 6-foot two point shot (Kia Nurse assists)
- 3rd Quarter55-56Teonni Key makes free throw 1 of 1
- 3rd Quarter57-56Kaitlyn Chen makes 9-foot driving floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter57-59Kia Nurse makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tima Pouye assists)
- 4th Quarter59-59Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup (Janelle Salaun assists)
- 4th Quarter61-59Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter62-59Janelle Salaun makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter63-59Janelle Salaun makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter64-59Janelle Salaun makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter67-59Kayla Thornton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter69-59Janelle Salaun makes 1-foot layup (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter69-61Isabelle Harrison makes 6-foot layup (Julie Allemand assists)
- 4th Quarter71-61Janelle Salaun makes 1-foot layup (Tiffany Hayes assists)
- 4th Quarter71-63Isabelle Harrison makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot (Julie Allemand assists)
- 4th Quarter71-65Isabelle Harrison makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Marina Mabrey assists)
- 4th Quarter73-65Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter73-67Marina Mabrey makes driving layup (Isabelle Harrison assists)
- 4th Quarter76-67Janelle Salaun makes 22-foot three point jumper (Veronica Burton assists)
- 4th Quarter79-67Janelle Salaun makes 24-foot three point jumper (Veronica Burton assists)
- 4th Quarter79-69Isabelle Harrison makes 2-foot layup (Julie Allemand assists)
- 4th Quarter82-69Janelle Salaun makes 23-foot three point jumper (Veronica Burton assists)
- 4th Quarter82-71Marina Mabrey makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter83-71Veronica Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-72Laura Juskaite makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-73Laura Juskaite makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-74Kia Nurse makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-75Kia Nurse makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Toronto Tempo, below favours Golden State Valkyries.
Venue
- Coca-Cola ColiseumToronto, ON
- Attendance8210
- OfficialsAngelica Suffren, Marcy Williams, Josh Reed
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