Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries WNBA Prediction- Spread & Other Bets- 07/05/2025

On Saturday, July 5, the Minnesota Lynx (15-2) will host the Golden State Valkyries (9-7) in a WNBA regular-season matchup. The Lynx are stationed at the top of the standings while the Valkyries have jumped to the 6th position.

The Lynx come into this game after an emphatic 92-75 win against the Washington Mystics on the heels of a 28-point performance by Napheesa Collier. On the other hand, the impressive Valkyries stomped the Seattle Storm 84-57 during their last affair as Tiffany Hayes scored 21.

Can the Lynx avoid an upset against the battle-hardened Valkyries? Check the predictions related to player props, total, and spread here. 

Where to Watch Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries 

• Time: 8:00 PM (ET) 
• Venue: Target Center (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
• Where to watch: This game can be viewed on the WNBA League Pass. 

Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Total Over/Under Prediction- WNBA Best Bets

The Lynx has scored 90+ in three of the last four games. They can be streaky at times, but overall, they have one of the best offenses in the league, averaging a league-high 23.9 assists per game. Defensively, they are amazing, restricting teams below 80 on most occasions.

Meanwhile, the Valyries have improved offensively and can be seen scoring in the high 80s. Their defense has been stellar, also limiting teams to under 80. So, will it be a low or high-scoring battle, considering these are two terrific two-way squads? I’d lean for “Under” here.

Total: Under 157.5 for -110 at BetMGM

Here is an overview of my selections:

Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Player Props Predictions- WNBA Betting Picks

Napheesa Collier Over 23.5 points: Collier leads the league with 24.6 PPG. She put up 24 against the Valkyries during the last meeting and sees her scoring in a similar range again. This pick is my #1 preference.

Tiffany Hayes O 13.5 points: Vet guard Hayes has been a consistent scorer, averaging 13 PPG with the Valkyries. She has scored 14 or more in five of the last six games. The guard can be “over” the mark here. This pick is my #2 preference. 

Kayla McBride U 15.5 points: The Lynx guard is one of the streakiest shooters in the league. She has scored 10 or fewer in the last two games but averages 15.8 PPG. I see her going under the mark again.

Main pick: Napheesa Collier Over 23.5 points at BetMGM

Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Spread Prediction

The Valkyries have flipped the odds throughout the season. The Lynx know how to deal with feisty opponents, but the Commissioner’s Cup Final loss showed some of their vulnerabilities. I’d expect the Valkyries to put on a strong showing, but trust the Lynx to pull one off. But I expect Golden State to cover the spread here as they have done throughout the season. 

Spread/Money Line Pick:  Spread: Valkyries +9.5 for -120 at BetMGM

Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Lineups, Sneak Peek

Minnesota Lynx

• The Lynx defeated the Valkyries 92-75 during their last meeting
• Courtney Williams has averaged 10.8 points per game during the last five games.
• Alanna Smith has made 2 or more triples in three of the last five games.

Lynx Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Courtney Williams | SG: Kayla McBride | SF: Bridget Carleton | PF: Napheesa Collier | C: Alanna Smith

Key bench players: PG: Natisha Hiedeman, SF: Marlie Kliundilkova, SF: Diamond Miller, PF: Jessica Shepard

Injuries/Updates: Karlie Samuelson’s status is “UNCLEAR”.

Golden State Valkyries

• The Valkyries released Julie Vanloo, Chloe Bibby, and Bree Hall. Cecilia Zendalisini and Janelle Salaun will return for them after EuroCup.
• They have won seven of their last nine games.
• Kayla Thornton (day-to-day) leads them with 15 PPG and 9 RPG.

Valkyries Expected Starting Lineup

PG: Veronica Burton | SG: Tiffany Hayes | SF: Cecelia Zendalisini | PF: Janelle Salaun | PF/C:  Kayla Thornton

Key bench players: PF: Monique Billings, SF: Stephanie Talbot, SF: Kate Martin, C: Temi Fagbenle, PF: Laeticia Amihere

Injuries/Updates: Carla Leite is QUESTIONABLE.

Photo Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Shubham Singh

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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!

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