Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries WNBA Predictions, Odds, Bets & Player Props- 06/09/2025

On Monday, 06/09, the Los Angeles Sparks (3-6) will host the Golden State Valkyries (3-5) in a WNBA regular-season matchup. The Sparks have slipped to tenth place.

On the other hand, the Valkyries are precariously holding on to the eighth spot. Who will come on top in this crucial battle? Check the predictions related to player props, total, and spread here. 

Where to Watch Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries 

• Time: 10:00 PM (ET) 
• Venue: Crypto.com Arena (Los Angeles, California)
• Where to watch: This game can be viewed on the WNBA League Pass. 

Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries Lineups, Sneak Peek

Los Angeles Sparks: Need a winning streak

The Sparks come into this game after a 93-79 win against the Dallas Wings, as Azura Stevens compiled 21 points, nailing a career-high 5 triples. Apart from Stevens, Dearica Hamby had 20 while Odyssey Sims scored 19. Kelsey Plum turned the feeder with 9 assists.

The Sparks shot an excellent 55% from the floor while limiting the Wings to just 42.5% FG. The Sparks are not playing well this season. They have hit two three-game losing streaks and are yet to win two in a row.

The team hasn’t identified the most viable combinations yet and is underperforming despite a strong duo of Plum and De’arica Hamby. Rebounding has been an issue for LA as they have pulled down just 32.2 RPG(2nd worst).

Golden State Valkyries: Better than the record suggests

The Valkyries enter the affair after an unprecedented 95-68 win against the Las Vegas Aces, as Kayla Thornton turned up with a 22-point, 11-rebound performance. Meanwhile, Veronica Burton had a phenomenal 14-point, 12-assist, 7-rebound outing.

The Valykries limited the Aces to around 35% FG, restricting Jackie Young to a 1/8 shooting. The Valkyries should have a much better record. They recently coughed up a double-digit lead against the Phoenix Mercury and gave even the red-hot NY Liberty a run for their money, losing by just 5 points.

The energy of the fanbase has transferred to the performances of a team that was expected to do much worse. It has been a riveting debut for the Bay Area franchise.

Sparks Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Kelsey Plum | SG: Odyssey Sims | SF: Rickea Jackson | PF: Azure Stevens | PF/C: Dearica Hamby

Key bench players: PG: Julie Allemand, C: Mercedes Russell, SG: Sarah Ashlee Barker.

Injuries/Updates: Cameron Brink is OUT indefinitely. Rae Burrell can be OUT long-term, too.

Valkyries Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Veronica Burton | SG/SF: Cecilia Zandalasini | SF: Janelle Salaun | PF: Kayla Thornton | C: Temi Fagbenle

Key bench players: SG: Kate Martin, PF: Monique Billings, PG: Julie Vanloo.

Injuries/Updates: Tiffany Hayes can return here.

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

The Valkyries usually score in the 70s but were close to 100 against the Aces, indicating their potential. On the other hand, the LA Sparks have scored 80 or more regularly and also allow 80+ for most parts.

The last encounter between the team produced 155 points while the opener between the two accounted for 151 points. Thus, the expected range here is 150ish. Meanwhile, I expect the scoring range in this game to push past 160.

• Total: Over 162.5 for -110 at BetMGM
• Points: Sparks Over 84.5 at BetMGM

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

Kelsey Plum O 5.5 assists: The Sparks’ primary playmaker is tallying 5.2 APG, and has dished 6 or more assists in four games thus far. I expect her to do the same here.

Veronica Burton O 13.5 points: The Valkyries’ guard has been a huge catalyst during their amazing runs. She is averaging 12.8 PPG, scoring 14 or more in three straight games. I believe she will continue the trend.

Odyssey Sims O 14.5 points: The Sparks veteran guard has been on a tear lately, scoring 15 or more in three straight games, including a 32-point outburst. I believe she will continue the trend.

Main pick: Points: Odyssey Sims Over 14.5 points at BetMGM

Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries Prediction

The regular-season series here is tied 1-1, so it makes for a sizzling battle. The Valkyries have played much better basketball than the Sparks and have extracted the most ouf ot their roster, unlike the Sparks.

Overall, the Sparks will love to make the most of the home-court advantage, whereas Golden State will be keen to carry the momentum. I expect the Sparks to come on top here in what can be a close game, so I expect the Valkyries to cover the spread here.

Spread/Money Line Pick:  Spread: Valkyries+6.5 for -115 at BetMGM

*Odds will be updated when they are released.

Photo Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Shubham Singh

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