Lynx vs. Valkyries prediction: Minnesota favored to win Wednesday's WNBA matchup [8/19/2026]

Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Wednesday's WNBA game between the Lynx and Valkyries, forming part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives the Lynx a 63.5% chance of defeating the Valkyries.

According to our model, the Lynx (-2.5) have a 53.7% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 162.5 points has a 57.0% chance of going over,.

Lynx vs. Valkyries odds

We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Lynx -2.5 (+104) / Valkyries +2.5 (-104)
• Moneyline: Lynx -129, Valkyries +133

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Lynx vs. Valkyries picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: Lynx -2.5 @ +104 via DraftKings
• Moneyline: Lynx @ -129 via BetRivers
• Total: Over 162.5 @ +104 via Polymarket

According to our WNBA best bets, the top play to make on this game is Over 162.5 total points.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.

Lynx vs. Valkyries player props

WNBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the Lynx vs. Valkyries game 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.

Napheesa Collier is expected to lead the Lynx with 19 points, 7 rebounds and 3 assists, while Tiffany Hayes is projected to have 12 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists for the Valkyries.

Shifting focus to the first basket market, our projections highlight Gabby Williams as the most likely player to open the scoring.

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.

Lynx prediction

Our model's projected player stats for the Lynx are:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
N. Collier	19	7	3	2	40
Olivia Miles	17	5	7	3	40
Kayla McBride	16	3	2	4	30
C. Williams	12	5	4	1	29
Natasha Howard	11	7	3	0	29

Valkyries prediction

Projected points, rebounds, assists and three-pointers made for the Valkyries:

Player	PTS	REB	AST	3PM	DFS
Tiffany Hayes	12	2	3	1	22
Gabby Williams	12	4	2	1	24
Veronica Burton	11	4	6	1	30
Janelle Salaun	9	4	1	2	18
Kayla Thornton	8	5	1	2	20

Lynx vs. Valkyries game-day updates and essential details

Wednesday's game between the Valkyries and Lynx at Chase Center is scheduled to start at 10:00 PM ET.

• Who: Minnesota Lynx vs. Golden State Valkyries
• Date: Wednesday, August 19, 2026
• Time: 10:00 PM ET/7:00PM PT
• Venue: Chase Center

Conclusion

We predict the Lynx, with a 63.5% win probability, will likely beat the Valkyries in Wednesday's WNBA matchup.

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