Valkyries vs Lynx Prediction: Preview, Betting Odds, Where to Watch and More - July 5

As an expansion team, the Golden State Valkyries have exceeded the expectations of the fans with individual performances this season. However, they will face their arch nemesis in the Western Conference to prove their quality of play. The Minnesota Lynx will be facing the Valkyries on Saturday night in a battle of defenders. It is the only domain that can make a difference for the Lynx-Valkyries since both teams are adept at recovering from point lapses during a game. However, an elite defense from either end will limit the scoring possibilities of the opponent team. So without any further ado, let's dive straight into the Valkyries vs Lynx prediction, preview, betting odds, and much more.

Valkyries vs Lynx Match Preview

Both the Minnesota Lynx and the Golden State Valkyries enter the upcoming game with a win. However, when we look at the Western Conference rankings, the Lynx are in better shape since they are the table toppers. Meanwhile, the Valkyries hold the fourth spot in the Western Conference. The Lynx have a 15-2 record in the season so far with a winning percentage of 88.2%. Meanwhile, the Valkyries have fewer chances of winning than the Lynx, yet they are competitive. With a 9-7 record in the 2025 WNBA season till now, the Valkyries have a 56.3% chance of winning. So it will be worth watching if the latter team puts on a competitive fight against the dominant Lynx. Here are the details regarding the Valkyries vs Lynx match, along with the venue and time.

Valkyries vs Lynx Prediction: Who Will Win?

In the last five games, the Minnesota Lynx had a rather disappointing run than the Golden State Valkyries. The only two losses that the Lynx have suffered this season have come in their last five outings. The first one came against the Washington Mystics, while the most recent one came against the Indiana Fever during the 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup game. However, as a team, the Minnesota Lynx seem to be in a calm mindset since they overcame the Washington Mystics hurdle after the Indiana Fever loss. So the team looks in better shape since the whole of the starting lineup of the Lynx grabbed more than 2 rebounds in the last game against the Mystics.

The Golden State Valkyries are on a winning streak right now after winning their last two games. They have won four of their last five contests. Moreover, the only game that they lost was against the New York Liberty by a mere two points. It represents the high confidence and skill of the expansion team that is giving cut-throat competition to even the reigning champions of the previous season. So it might be safe to say that the Valkyries will put on an underdog fight. Although team effort is yet to come from Valkyries' end, Lynx holds the higher ground in that domain. So the Valkyries vs Lynx prediction seems to be inclined toward the Minnesota Lynx.

Prediction

It is a home turf game, so the Minnesota Lynx are favorites when it comes to Valkyries vs Lynx Prediction. They are expected to outscore the Golden State Valkyries with a margin of 3 points and an expected scoreline of (Lynx)83-80(Valkyries).

Valkyries vs Lynx Betting Odds

Coming to the Valkyries vs Lynx betting odds, the betting lines are favoring the host team, that is Minnesota Lynx. There are various reasons for the heavy support for Lynx, but before that, let's take a look at the betting line for the upcoming game.

• Spread: Minnesota Lynx (-3.5)

• Moneyline: Lynx -155| +130 Valkyries

• Over/Under: 164.5

The Lynx are slight favorites with a 3.5-point spread that indicates that the Lynx might clinch the game with a narrow win. The moneyline shows better returns on a Valkyries upset. That's why the game is expected to be a moderately high-scoring showdown. So it will be better if the bettors take a look at the last minute changes before the game that can turn the tide of the game.

Valkyries vs Lynx Players to Watch

Both of the teams, the Golden State Valkyries and the Minnesota Lynx, have stars on their end. But the Valkyries are more reliant on young guns and unexpected performers. On the other hand, Lynx's offense moves under the guidance of the consistent veterans. But the ones that might make an impact in the upcoming game can be mentioned as follows.

Napheesa Collier (Minnesota Lynx)

Napheesa Collier was the star of the Lynx's previous game against the Washington Mystics. She recorded 28 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, and 2 blocks in 31 minutes of playing time. In that game, she played the most minutes on the court and ended up being the highest scorer of the game. The former UConn guard forms the core team of the Lynx, currently averaging 24.6 points, 8.2 rebounds, and 3.1 assists in 14 games during the 2025 season.

What's worth noting is that the ongoing season average is her best performance in the last six years. In the 2024 season, she tallied 20.4 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 3.4 assists during the 2024 season. With a 37.7% three-point line shooting this season, she is expected to wreak havoc against the Valkyries' weak frontcourt players.

Tiffany Hayes (Golden State Valkyries)

Tiffany Hayes took the charge against a strong team like the Seattle Storm in the Valkyries' previous matchup. There she recorded 21 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists. Moreover, she shot with 50% accuracy from the three-point line. In the 2025 season, she is tallying 13.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.6 assists. She has also maintained 35.1% beyond the arc shooting and 40.0% accuracy from the floor.

Coming to her previous season performance in 2024, Tiffany averaged 9.5 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 2.1 assists while playing for the Las Vegas Aces. It was an underwhelming season for her, where she got underwhelming playing minutes that impacted her performance.

Where to Watch Valkyries vs Lynx

If the fans want to enjoy the Valkyries vs Lynx from anywhere they are, then the WNBA League Pass is the best option for them to watch the game. League Pass comes with a 7-day free trial of the game so they can enjoy the game for free. However, after that period, the platform charges a certain amount as a subscription fee to continue watching the WNBA games live without any hassle in top-notch quality. Apart from the subscription facility, WNBA League Pass provides the fans with highlights after the game that are absolutely free to watch.

The Lynx ve Valkyries game will also be broadcast on the local TV broadcasting channels. The networks expected to broadcast this game are FanDuel Sports Network - North, KPIX 5, and KMAX 31. Apart from these authorized channels, ESPN+ and Paramount+ also broadcast WNBA games. However, not all games are streamed live on these platforms. Rather, matches of top-priority teams make it to the mentioned streaming platforms. So fans in the UK and Canada can also enjoy the game on Paramount+ if the platform goes live-stream for the Valkyries vs Lynx game.