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Written by Ryan Leaver, Senior Sports and Betting Editor
Get Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries predictions for WNBA Monday.
The Golden State Valkyries will take on the Los Angeles Sparks in WNBA action at Chase Center on Monday, starting at 10:00 PM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' advanced WNBA model predicts the Valkyries as the most likely winner of the Sparks vs. Valkyries game.
The Valkyries, who have the likes of Veronica Burton, Janelle Salaun and Gabby Williams, will face off against the Sparks, featuring Kelsey Plum, Nneka Ogwumike and Dearica Hamby.
This article offers a closer look at Monday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks.
Sparks vs. Valkyries prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Monday's WNBA game between the Sparks and Valkyries, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model currently gives the Valkyries a 65.3% chance of defeating the Sparks.
According to our model, the Sparks (+5.5) have a 55.1% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 173.5 points has a 58.9% chance of staying under,.
Sparks vs. Valkyries odds
We have researched the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Sparks | Valkyries |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +5.5 (-114) | -5.5 (-105) |
| Moneyline | +180 | -210 |
| Total | o173.5 (-108) | u173.5 (-110) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Sparks vs. Valkyries picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Sparks +5.5 | -114 |
| Moneyline | Sparks | +180 |
| Total | Under 173.5 | -110 |
According to our best WNBA bets, the top play to make on this game is Under 173.5 total points.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Sparks vs. Valkyries player props
WNBA player props are a common way to wager on the Los Angeles vs. Golden State matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Chase Center.
Kelsey Plum is expected to lead the Sparks with 19 points, 3 rebounds and 5 assists, while Veronica Burton is projected to have 14 points, 4 rebounds and 7 assists for the Valkyries.
Looking at the opening tip, the numbers point to Gabby Williams striking first with a 14.8% probability.
Check out our WNBA player projections for a full range of projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and a deeper look at today's WNBA first basket picks.
Sparks prediction
Our model's projected player stats for the Sparks are:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelsey Plum | 19 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 35 |
| Nneka Ogwumike | 16 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 34 |
| Dearica Hamby | 14 | 7 | 3 | 0 | 32 |
| Ariel Atkins | 11 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 25 |
| Erica Wheeler | 10 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 22 |
Valkyries prediction
Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Valkyries:
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM | DFS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Veronica Burton | 14 | 4 | 7 | 2 | 35 |
| Janelle Salaun | 13 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 24 |
| Gabby Williams | 12 | 4 | 4 | 1 | 31 |
| Kayla Thornton | 11 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 26 |
| Tiffany Hayes | 10 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 20 |
Sparks vs. Valkyries game-day updates and essential details
Monday's game between the Valkyries and Sparks at Chase Center is scheduled to commence at 10:00 PM ET.
- Who: Los Angeles Sparks vs. Golden State Valkyries
- Date: Monday, June 15, 2026
- Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
- Venue: Chase Center
Conclusion
We predict the Valkyries, with a 65.3% win probability, will likely beat the Sparks in Monday's WNBA matchup.
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Ryan Leaver uses advanced statistical models and simulations to predict outcomes and provide predictions for the NBA, NFL, college football, college basketball, and soccer. He offers detailed game previews, best bets, props, and futures articles.
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