Valkyries vs Storm Prediction: Preview, Betting Odds, Where to Watch and More - June 14

The 2025 WNBA Commissioner's Cup is ready for another high-stakes game on Saturday night. This one is between the Golden State Valkyries and Seattle Storm to get improve their chances in the race for WNBA's in-house tournament. Both teams have recovered from the early slump in the league. At one moment, both teams faced a three-game losing streak. But they came back strong and are riding on a winning streak right now.

However, the Valkyries have not defeated a WNBA powerhouses. They have not won a single game against the Minnesota Lynx, last season's finalists but the Storm have attained this feat. So psychologically, the visitors Storm have an advantage. But it's worth commending that GSV seems to have found their final five combination. They are the newest expansion team, yet they adapted quickly to the environment of the league. Therefore, fans may also get to see an upset here. But before moving to any conclusion, let's go through the Valkyries vs Storm prediction, preview, betting odds, and players to watch out for.

Valkyries vs Storm Match Preview

The Golden State Valkyries are ready to welcome the Seattle Storm to Chase Center on June 14 for the WNBA Commissioner's Cup game. It is a chance for the Valkyries to move up in the Western Conference rankings. They have 4-5 record this season so far and a 44.4% winning record. If they win the upcoming game, the Valkyries will be on a three-game winning streak. Moreover, beating a team like the Storm, which defeated the Lynx, will increase the impact of the win as well.

This year, the Golden State Valkyries have a 50% winning record at home in four games. So the balance might shift on either end, and there are chances of an upset. But the Storm has a more robust lineup and better roster skill-wise. Nneka, Skylar Diggins Smith, and Erica Wheeler anchor this team with their athleticism. They can play on and on while scoring, rebounding, and assisting.

So, with a 60% winning record in 10 games, the Seattle Storm appears strong in the Valkyries vs Storm preview. Here are the details about the matchup between the Valkyries and Storm on June 14:

Valkyries vs Storm Prediction: Who Will Win?

The Seattle Storm has better talent and morale right now than the Golden State Valkyries. That's why the former team is the favorite to win the game. Storm is on a three-game streak while the Valkyries are on a two-game streak. But performance-wise, Seattle has beaten a stronger team recently, which is the Minnesota Lynx. They are the Western Conference leaders, yet the Storm ended their sole dominance and handed them their sole defeat so far.

Each player of the Seattle Storm is an all-around player. All of their starters contributed double-digit points, along with rebounds and assists. Nneka Ogwumike was the only one who grabbed double-digit rebounds in that game. It was a ten-point victory for the Storm, which is not easy considering the opponent on the other end was the Minnesota based franchise.

The Golden State Valkyries are also on a two-game winning streak. The last game that they won was against the Los Angeles Sparks in overtime. It is worth noting that Sparks are below the Valkyries in the Western Conference rankings. Yet it was a tough fight for both of them. Kayla Thornton might be the highest scorer(18) of the game, but Temi Fagbenle was all over the court. She recorded 14 points, 13 rebounds, 1 assist, 4 steals, and 4 blocks. If she goes with the same enthusiasm, then the Valkyries might stand a chance against the Storm when it comes to Valkyries vs Storm Prediction.

Prediction

The Valkyries vs Storm Prediction lies in favor of the Seattle Storm. They are expected to win the game by 6 points with a Storm 88- 82 Valkyries scoreline.

Valkyries vs Storm Betting Odds

Seattle Storm is already up in the Western Conference rankings table, so they have better standings than the Golden State Valkyries. Even when the whole Valkyries squad is hale and hearty, the fans have gone with Storm as their favorite. Here are the betting odds for the June 14 Valkyries vs Storm fixture.

• Spread: Storm favored by 6.5 points.
• Moneyline: Valkyries +150, Storm -190
• Total Points: Over/Under 170.5

It is expected to be a close game, but the Valkyries have to give their best to prove that right. If the starters on their home turf give up, Storm players will not hesitate to crush the hosts by a 10 or 15-point lead. That's why the score for the game is expected to be moderate and not one with 90-point dump from each team.

Valkyries vs Storm Players To Watch

The Seattle Storm has made a drastic comeback in the league. Their recent win against the Minnesota Lynx was special since they not only clinched the game, but each member of the starting five scored double-digit points. Among those players, the one who outperformed them all was veteran forward Nneka Ogwumike. She is on a roll, and the Valkyries must be cautious of her. On the other hand, for the GSV, Kayla Thornton has shown wonders, but the team is inconsistent, due to being in its foundation year.

Kayla Thornton (Golden State Valkyries)

Kayla Thornton, as a forward, used to play for the New York Liberty. However, she made a shift to the Golden State Valkyries this year and has not lost her touch. In the last game against the Los Angeles Sparks, she tallied 18 points, 11 rebounds, 1 assist, and 1 steal during the game. It was an overtime victory for her team. Moreover, the 2024 WNBA champions have been averaging 13.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, and 2.1 steals per game this year in nine games.

She is having a breakout season since she is getting more minutes now, 31.1 minutes of average playing time with the Valkyries. Last season, with the New York Liberty, she averaged 5.5 points and 2.6 rebounds with 20.3 minutes of average playtime.

Nneka Ogwumike (Seattle Storm)

Nneka Ogwumike is enjoying her 14th season in the WNBA league, yet she is as fresh as a rookie. In the previous matchup against the Minnesota Lynx, the former WNBA MVP dished out 21 points, 10 rebounds, 4 assists, and 2 steals. Notably, she did it all in 32 minutes of playing time. Her stamina is off the charts when it comes to on-court performance. This season, she has averaged 16.6 points, 8.8 rebounds, and 2.7 assists in ten games.

Last season, she was part of the same team, tallying 16.7 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 2.3 assists. She is such a versatile player who can space the floor, make mid range shots and also shoot from the three-point line. That's why her accuracy from the field was 51.1% while beyond the arc it was 40.5% in 2024.

Where to Watch Valkyries vs Storm

There are various platforms for fans to watch this game, even if they are in the UK or Canada. First of all, the global access to the game is available to people from all nations through the WNBA League Pass. It is a subscription service that has a seven-day free trial. However, after that, a set amount will be deducted from the user's account to enjoy the live stream of the watch anywhere. But if you watch highlights after the game, then you won't even need a subscription. Rather, you can watch it after the game is done for free.

The US fans have the privilege of watching the game on TV channels like CW Seattle, KPIX, and KMAX 31, along with streaming options. Coming to the online alternative, the leading option is the WNBA League Pass. Even if you are not a big fan of subscriptions, you can watch the highlights on the same platform. Reportedly, ESPN 2 may also broadcast the game for the viewers.

In addition to the online platforms, the WNBA has facilitated to broadcast of the game on TV channels CW Seattle, KPIX, and KMAX 31. UK fans may have to pay an additional charge to watch the game on TV through Sky Sports. But apart from that, League Pass is the only option to watch without ads or any other interruptions.