Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky Prediction, Picks & Odds | 21 Aug 2026
WNBA Betting Preview: Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky
The Golden State Valkyries battle the Chicago Sky at Wintrust Arena, with tip-off scheduled for 19:30 on Friday, August 21.
We’re confident that Over 161.5 is the value play at -110. We’re expecting the Valkyries and the Sky to rack up the points, so we’ll have a bet on the totals.
Golden State Valkyries lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Minnesota Lynx 77-66 at Chase Center.
Chicago Sky won their last game, beating New York Liberty at home. It was a 93-86 win at Wintrust Arena.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 91-71 in favor of the Valkyries when they last played the Sky, with the matchup taking place at Chase Center. The past 5 clashes between these teams have seen four Valkyries wins.
| WNBA | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2
Valkyries
|
25 | 10 | 2901 | 2685 | 216 | 15-5 | 10-5 | 1L |
10
Sky
|
14 | 22 | 3157 | 3232 | -75 | 9-9 | 5-13 | 2W |
Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky Prediction & Picks
This Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky betting breakdown features a main match prediction, a correct score insight, expert player prop picks and a sharply constructed bet builder to guide your wagers.
Game Prediction
Over 161.5 points are expected be scored during this WNBA contest, with this pick available at odds of -110 and this looks like a bet worth taking.
The WNBA experts at Sportsgambler.com start by analyzing recent form and staying on top of injury news before making any basketball predictions. From there, we interpret the story the stats are telling to help shape our picks.
Key Valkyries vs Sky stats:
Over 161.5 Probability
Based on the latest betting odds from the best basketball sportsbooks, our pick carries a 52.4% chance of winning. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. This WNBA bet can therefore be backed with confidence.
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Player Prop Picks
Kamilla Cardoso (Sky) can be wagered to score Over 13.5 points at -111. She looks like a solid bet to cover the Player Points line and we’re confident with this wager.
Latest Kamilla Cardoso Player Prop Odds
Veronica Burton (Valkyries) can be wagered to have Over 6.5 assists at +120. We’re happy to wager that she is able to cover the line, with this Player Assists bet making appeal.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
We’ve compiled a same game parlay that includes Over 161.5, followed by Valkyries -6.5 on the spread and Kamilla Cardoso (Sky) to score Over 13.5 points.
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Correct Score Prediction
88
-
77
Sky
There’s the chance to land amazing odds when it comes to the Valkyries winning on the correct score lines. We’ll try a 88-77 victory in their favor and this should be in the right ball park.
Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Golden State Valkyries are regarded as having a 71% chance of winning this WNBA game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -244. The market suggests that Chicago Sky are least likely to win at +194.
There is a spread of 6.5 and total points has a line of 161.5. There is no denying the popularity of wagering on the Totals. If you’re wanting to back Over 161.5, the odds are -110.
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In terms of hitting the most buckets, favorite Gabby Williams is available at -108 to rack up Over 14.5 points. If you want to go Under, then -120 is available.
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Golden State Valkyries Stats
Chicago Sky Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -6.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road
- +6.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
- +6.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 162.80 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 157.10 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 161.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 161.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 84.60 pts and allowed 78.20 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 81.60 pts and allowed 75.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 179.20 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 188.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 161.5: Covered in the previous 10 games
- Over 161.5 at Home: Covered in the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 88.80 pts and allowed 90.40 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 96.70 pts and allowed 91.40 pts in the last 10 home games
WNBA Table Select Season
| Team | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1
Lynx
|
30 | 7 | 3411 | 3084 | 327 | 14-5 | 16-2 | 5W |
|
2
Valkyries
|
25 | 10 | 2901 | 2685 | 216 | 15-5 | 10-5 | 1L |
3
Aces
|
25 | 13 | 3443 | 3310 | 133 | 12-7 | 13-6 | 1W |
4
Fever
|
24 | 13 | 3554 | 3348 | 206 | 13-6 | 11-7 | 1L |
5
Dream
|
23 | 13 | 3283 | 3086 | 197 | 12-6 | 11-7 | 2W |
6
Mystics
|
21 | 14 | 2868 | 2882 | -14 | 13-6 | 8-8 | 2W |
7
Liberty
|
22 | 15 | 3339 | 3227 | 112 | 12-5 | 10-10 | 1L |
8
Wings
|
21 | 16 | 3275 | 3195 | 80 | 11-6 | 10-10 | 1W |
9
Fire
|
15 | 20 | 3036 | 3190 | -154 | 8-10 | 7-10 | 2W |
|
10
Sky
|
14 | 22 | 3157 | 3232 | -75 | 9-9 | 5-13 | 2W |
11
Mercury
|
13 | 23 | 3020 | 3148 | -128 | 5-11 | 8-12 | 1L |
12
Sparks
|
12 | 24 | 3168 | 3370 | -202 | 5-12 | 7-12 | 6L |
13
Tempo
|
10 | 25 | 3069 | 3300 | -231 | 6-12 | 4-13 | 12L |
14
Sun
|
9 | 26 | 2777 | 3056 | -279 | 6-12 | 3-14 | 1L |
15
Storm
|
7 | 30 | 3080 | 3268 | -188 | 5-13 | 2-17 | 2L |
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