Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks WNBA Prediction- Spread & Other Bets- 08/09/2025

On Thursday, August 07, the Los Angeles Sparks (14-15) will host the Golden State Valkyries (14-15) in a WNBA regular-season match-up.

The Sparks have improved to 9th place, whereas the Valkyries are battling at the 8th spot.

The Sparks enter the game after a terrific 102-91 win against the Connecticut Sun as Dearica Hamby shone with 21 points. Julie Allemand acquired a triple-double as the team shot 56.5%.

On the other hand, the Valkyries faced a close 72-78 loss against the Las Vegas Aces as they shot 4/18 from the field. Tiffany Hayes led with 14 points and 9 rebounds.

Can the Sparks resume their awesome form? Go through the predictions related to player props, total, and spread here.

Where to Watch Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks

Time: 08:30 PM (ET)
Venue: Chase Center, San Francisco.
Where to watch: Catch the action on WNBA League Pass.

Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks Lineups, News, Form

Golden State Valkyries

The Valkyries are 8-5 at home.
Golden State is 1-1 against the Sparks this season.
Cecilia Zendalasini is averaging 9.4 PPG over the last five games.

Valkyries Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Veronica Burton | SG: Tiffany Hayes | SG/SF: Cecilia Zendalasini | PF: Janelle Salaun | C: Temi Fagbenle

Key bench players: SG: Carla Leite, SG: Kaila Charles, C: Iliana Rupert.

Injuries/Updates: No injuries to report.

Los Angeles Sparks

The Sparks are 5-9 at home (2 game-winning streak currently).
Kelsey Plum is averaging 7.8 APG over the last six games. (Season-6.2 APG).
Julie Allemand is tallying 9 RPG over the last three games. (Season-4 RPG).

Sparks Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Kelsey Plum | PG: Julie Allemand | SF: Rickea Jackson | PF: Dearica Hamby | C: Azura Stevens

Key bench players: SG: Rae Burrell, PF: Cameron Brink

Injuries/Updates: All fit and fine thus far.

Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks Total Over/Under Prediction- WNBA Best Bets

The Sparks are by far the hottest scoring team in the W. Rickea Jackson’s ascension and Allemand’s heroics have enabled them to score 100+ in four of the last five games.

They do give up 90+ many times, making their fixtures high-scoring affairs.

On the other hand, the Valkyries are one of the worst offensive teams since their scoring leader, Kayla Thornton, has been absent.

Total: Over 166.5 for -110 at BetMGM

Here is an overview of my selections

Picks	BetMGM Odds
Total O 166.5	-110
Spread- Sparks -1.5	-110
Rickea Jackson O 15.5 Points	TBD
Money Line- Sparks	-125

Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks Player Props Predictions- WNBA Betting Picks

Rickea Jackson O 15.5 Points: Jackson has turned around her season completely since the midseason. She is averaging 14.3 PPG and has put up 19 or more points in seven of the last nine games.

One of the most secure “Over” player props picks these days.

Tiffany Hayes O 14.5 Points: Tiffany Hayes is currently the most reliable scorer for Golden State. The veteran guard is averaging 12.1 PPG, putting up 14 or more in five of the last eight games.

I see her going “Over” again.

Azura Stevens O 8.5 Rebounds: Stevens is grabbing a career-high 8.3 RPG. She has grabbed 8 or fewer boards in the last four games, but I see her cleaning up a ton of Valkyries misses for an 8+ night.

Main pick: Rickea Jackson O 15.5 Points at BetMGM

Golden State Valkyries vs Los Angeles Sparks Spread Prediction

The Sparks will be favorites here. They have won 8 of the last 9 games. On the other hand, the Valkyries are fighting a two-game losing streak.

Their offense had always been unreliable this season, but Thonrton’s absence only made it worse.

Anyway, the Sparks know how to put on a scoring show, and the Valykreis are no match in terms of depth. Thus, I see a big win for LA.

Spread/Money Line Pick: Spread: Sparks -1.5 for -110 at BetMGM

Photo Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Hi, I am Shubham. I am currently an NBA Predictions Writer on The Playoffs. I enjoy this job because it helps keep me in the loop about the game I love while fulfilling the pleasure I derive from stats. I got into NBA writing through social media interactions in the mid-2010s as I shared my takes on young talents such as D’Angelo Russell. I hope you enjoy reading my pieces as much as Dennis Rodman loved rebounding the basketball!