The Los Angeles Sparks vs Golden State Valkyries is one of the most important ties in the race for playoff basketball. With both teams having an identical record and just their head-to-head records separating them, tomorrow night’s clash between the two is sure to be a tight affair, with both teams not willing to back off. While the Golden State Valkyries have been a surprise for the basketball world, the Los Angeles Sparks have had a resurrection and are just 1 spot away from the playoffs.
Since the All-Star break, the Sparks have only lost one game. Meanwhile, the Golden State Valkyries have faltered slightly after their impressive start as an expansion team. As of now, they remain in the playoff spot, thanks to their head-to-head edge over the Los Angeles Sparks. With tomorrow’s game set to have big implications, let’s see how the game is building up.
Where to Watch this High-Octane Game?
Date: Sunday, August 10, 2025
Where: Chase Center, San Francisco, California
For the viewers wanting to watch this game, they can use both live TV and online streaming as a way to catch the game. For those who wish to catch the game on TV, they can do so on KPIX+ 44, Spectrum SportsNet. The game can also be seen via live streaming. For people wishing to use the streaming option, they can watch the game live via the WNBA’s league pass.
Injury Report
Golden State Valyries
Kayla Thornton- Out (Knee)
The Golden State Valyries will continue to remain without their All-Star, Kayla Thornton, for the rest of the season. Thornton suffered a devastating right knee injury, which was severe enough to require surgery. The team announced that she suffered the injury during a pick-up game. She underwent surgery on July 25 and has been ruled out for the rest of the season.
Los Angeles Sparks
The Los Angeles Sparks do not have any players listed on the injury report, as of now. This means that the entire roster is available for the coach’s selection.
Predicted Starting Lineup
Golden State Valyries
Veronica Burton (#22)
Temi Fagbenle (#14)
Tiffany Hayes (#15)
Janelle Salaun (#13)
Cecilia Zandalasini (#24)
Los Angeles Sparks
Julie Allemand (#20)
Dearica Hamby (#5)
Rickea Jackson (#2)
Kelsey Plum (#10)
Azura Stevens (#23)
Will the Golden State Valyries Win this Game?
ESPN’s matchup predictor gives the Golden State Valkyries a narrow edge to pull off a win in this game. As per ESPN analytics, the Valkyries have a 50.7% chance of winning the game. Despite the analytics predicting the game to be so close, the teams are polar opposites when it comes to their play.
The Golden State Valyries play a gritty defense, as evidenced by them letting their opponents score just 78.4 points per game compared to the Sparks’ 88.2. However, when it comes to offense, the Los Angeles Sparks outscore the Valks by almost 7 points per game. Looking at the polar difference between the teams, it’s clear that this is set to be a battle between defense and offense.
Who will prevail in this high-octane clash, we’ll find out tomorrow night straight from Ballhalla.
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