Valkyries Edge Storm in Close Contest at Chase Center
Saturday, April 25, 2026, 8:30 PM ET · Chase Center
Golden State Valkyries 78, Seattle Storm 76, final. Our WNBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Seattle Storm vs Golden State Valkyries?
Golden State Valkyries beat Seattle Storm 78-76 at Chase Center on April 25, 2026.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Golden State Valkyries narrowly defeated the Seattle Storm 78-76 at the Chase Center on April 26, 2026. This victory marks the Valkyries' second consecutive win over the Storm this season, extending their series lead to 2-0. The game showcased the intensity and competitiveness that both teams bring to the WNBA, making it a noteworthy fixture in the league.
The Valkyries entered the game with a home record of 1-0, while the Storm were looking to bounce back from an away loss, giving them an overall record of 0-1. Despite their recent struggles, the Valkyries had a mixed recent form, going 5-5 in their last ten games with an average of 75.8 points scored and 74.4 points allowed. However, they were on a five-game losing streak leading into this matchup, which added pressure to perform at home. The Storm, on the other hand, also had a 5-5 record in their last ten games but were averaging 80.2 points scored and 83.2 points allowed, indicating a more offensive approach but also a vulnerability on defense.
Historically, the Valkyries have fared better at home, with a home record of 4-2 compared to their away record of 1-3. The Storm, while having a slightly better overall away record of 2-3, faced challenges in their recent outings. In their previous meetings this season, the Valkyries had already secured a close victory against the Storm on September 10, winning 74-73, which likely contributed to their confidence going into this game.
In terms of injuries, the Valkyries were missing several key players: Cecilia Zandalasini, Janelle Salaun, Gabby Williams, and Iliana Rupert were all out for reasons not related to injuries. The Storm also faced setbacks with Natisha Hiedeman sidelined due to a shoulder injury, alongside Awa Fam, who was out for non-injury-related reasons. The absence of these players undoubtedly impacted the strategies employed by both teams.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with odds provided by an unnamed provider indicating a closely matched game. The conditions at the Chase Center were typical for a spring evening, providing a good atmosphere for basketball, which can often influence player performance.
As the game unfolded, the scoring was closely matched throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included Jaelyn Brown's successful free throws in the fourth quarter, which tied the game at 72-72. Mariella Fasoula then hit a crucial three-pointer, giving the Valkyries a 75-72 lead. The Storm fought back with Grace VanSlooten making a free throw to narrow the gap, but the Valkyries maintained their composure, with Ashlon Jackson sealing the game with another free throw late in the fourth quarter.
Viewers were treated to a thrilling finish, with the final minutes showcasing the tension typical of a close WNBA game. The Valkyries' ability to execute under pressure and the Storm's fight to stay in contention made for an exciting contest. The final score of 78-76 reflects the competitiveness of both teams and sets the stage for their future encounters.
Injury report
- Cecilia ZandalasiniOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Janelle SalaunOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Gabby WilliamsOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Iliana RupertOutNot Injury RelatedGolden State Valkyries
- Natisha HiedemanOutShoulderSeattle Storm
- Awa FamOutNot Injury RelatedSeattle Storm
Leaders
- PointsMiela Sowah14Golden State Valkyries
- AssistsVeronica Burton3Golden State Valkyries
- ReboundsKate Martin7Golden State Valkyries
- PointsFlau'jae Johnson12Seattle Storm
- AssistsTaina Mair4Seattle Storm
- ReboundsDominique Malonga5Seattle Storm
Recent form
Golden State Valkyries
Last 10: 5-5Streak L575.8 scored · 74.4 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L74-75vs Minnesota LynxSep 18
- L72-101at Minnesota LynxSep 14
- L53-72at Minnesota LynxSep 12
- L73-74at Seattle StormSep 10
- L72-78vs Minnesota LynxSep 7
- W84-80vs Dallas WingsSep 5
- W66-58vs New York LibertySep 3
- W75-63vs Indiana FeverSep 1
- W99-62vs Washington MysticsAug 31
- W90-81at Dallas WingsAug 24
Seattle Storm
Last 10: 5-5Streak L180.2 scored · 83.2 allowed per game2-3 away
- L73-74at Las Vegas AcesSep 19
- W86-83vs Las Vegas AcesSep 17
- L77-102at Las Vegas AcesSep 15
- W74-73vs Golden State ValkyriesSep 10
- L76-84vs New York LibertySep 6
- L85-91vs Los Angeles SparksSep 2
- W79-69vs Chicago SkyAug 31
- W93-79at Minnesota LynxAug 29
- L75-95at Indiana FeverAug 26
- W84-82at Washington MysticsAug 24
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 | Seattle Storm | Golden State Valkyries |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-64 | 27-59 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 15-33 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 45 |
| Free throws | 19-26 | 9-16 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 16 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 27 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 20 |
| Fouls | 24 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 16 | 16 |
| Time in front | 46 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter42-41Kate Martin makes 22-foot three point jumper (Laeticia Amihere assists)
- 3rd Quarter42-43Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter45-43Dominique Malonga makes 24-foot three pointer
- 3rd Quarter45-46Marta Suarez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ashlon Jackson assists)
- 3rd Quarter47-46Jade Melbourne makes driving layup
- 3rd Quarter47-47Cate Reese makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter47-48Cate Reese makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter48-48Zia Cooke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter49-48Zia Cooke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter49-49Kaitlyn Chen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter50-49Zia Cooke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter51-49Zia Cooke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter53-49Zia Cooke makes 14-foot jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter53-51Kaitlyn Chen makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 3rd Quarter56-51Mackenzie Holmes makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jade Melbourne assists)
- 3rd Quarter56-54Miela Sowah makes 24-foot three point jumper (Caroline Ducharme assists)
- 4th Quarter56-57Miela Sowah makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter56-60Miela Sowah makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ashlon Jackson assists)
- 4th Quarter56-63Miela Sowah makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter58-63Dominique Malonga makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter58-66Caroline Ducharme makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kaitlyn Chen assists)
- 4th Quarter60-66Flau'jae Johnson makes 21-foot jumper (Zia Cooke assists)
- 4th Quarter60-68Miela Sowah makes 20-foot jumper
- 4th Quarter61-68Dominique Malonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter63-68Rennia Davis makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter65-68Rennia Davis makes 6-foot floating jump shot (Taina Mair assists)
- 4th Quarter65-70Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter67-70Rennia Davis makes layup
- 4th Quarter68-70Rennia Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter68-72Kaitlyn Chen makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter69-72Grace VanSlooten makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter70-72Grace VanSlooten makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter71-72Jaelyn Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-72Jaelyn Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter72-75Mariella Fasoula makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ndjakalenga Mwenentanda assists)
- 4th Quarter73-75Grace VanSlooten makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter75-75Jaelyn Brown makes 15-foot jumper
- 4th Quarter75-77Mariella Fasoula makes layup (Miela Sowah assists)
- 4th Quarter75-78Ashlon Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter76-78Elle Ladine makes free throw 1 of 2
Venue
- Chase CenterSan Francisco, CA
- Attendance18064
- OfficialsRoy Gulbeyan, Jason Alabanza, Josh Reed
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