Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Picks and Predictions for Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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The Minnesota Lynx visit the Golden State Valkyries on Wednesday at SAP Center in San Jose for Game 2 of a first-round best-of-three series. Minnesota leads the series 1-0 after winning Game 1 on Sunday, 101-72. Tip-off is 10:00 PM ET on ESPN. The Lynx are favored by 9.5 points, with a total points line of 151.5. Scoring the winning basket with our WNBA expert picks.
Minnesota Lynx Preview
The Lynx was one of the most consistent teams this past regular season. The Lynx averaged 86.1 points per game while holding opponents to just 72.0. The Lynx shot 47.2% from the floor and added 23.3 assists per game. Napheesa Collier led Minnesota with 22.9 points per game and scored 20 in the playoff opener on 63% shooting. Minnesota also creates turnovers, averaging 8.2 steals.
Minnesota has won three of the last four meetings with Golden State this season, including its dominant 29-point win in Game 1 on Sunday. The Lynx defense held the Valkyries under 41% shooting in each game. With no players on the injury list, Minnesota should have its full roster available and will look to keep the same defensive pressure.
Golden State Valkyries Preview
Golden State averaged 77.7 points per game during the regular season, but allowed 101 in Game 1, showing the need to tighten up on that end quickly or be eliminated. They shoot 40.7% and are led by Veronica Burton, who averages 11.9 points and 6.2 assists per game. In Game 1, Burton and Cecilia Zandalasini combined for 28 points, but turnovers and missed free throws hurt the Valkyries’ chances to keep it close.
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Golden State has dropped four of its last five, including three straight losses to the Lynx. At 14–8 at home, they have been solid in San Jose, but injuries continue to limit depth. Tiffany Hayes and Kayla Thornton are out, which puts more pressure on Burton and Zandalasini to create offense. The Valkyries will need a much better start to avoid elimination.
Minnesota Lynx vs Golden State Valkyries Prediction
Minnesota has the clear advantage in shooting, defense, and depth. The Lynx have controlled each recent matchup, and Collier gives them a steady scoring option every night. Unless the Valkyries can hit shots early and protect the ball, Minnesota should take control again. The pick is the Lynx to win and cover the number. Final Score Prediction: Minnesota Lynx win and cover ATS 95-79
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