Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries Prediction, Picks & Odds | 18 Jul 2026

WNBA Betting Preview: Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries

The Washington Mystics battle the Golden State Valkyries at Chase Center, with tip-off scheduled for 20:30 on Saturday, July 18.

We think that 146.5 is a generous total for Over backers when the Mystics meet the Valkyries. Take the -112 that we see the teams combine to good effect.

Washington Mystics lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Portland Fire 75-56 at Entertainment and Sports Arena.

Golden State Valkyries triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Indiana Fever were beaten 88-75 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw the Valkyries claim a 62-49 win over the Mystics at Entertainment and Sports Arena. We’ve seen a Valkyries win for each of the past 5 games between the teams.

WNBA	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
2  Valkyries	31	11	3457	3140	317	17-5	14-6	6W
8  Mystics	25	16	3423	3401	22	13-7	12-9	1W

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Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries Prediction & Picks

Our expert Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, standout player prop selections and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

The two teams should be able to accumulate enough points for our pick to win. We’re forecasting Over 146.5 and -112 are available for this WNBA contest.

Tracking injury updates is a big part of our analysis and team news plays a major role in shaping our basketball predictions. We combine this with recent form and the most important WNBA stats to get a complete picture.

Key Mystics vs Valkyries stats:

• The 146.5 line has been covered in 15 of the last 20 Mystics games.
• The 146.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Mystics games on the road.
• The 146.5 line has been covered in 15 of the last 20 Valkyries games.
• The 146.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Valkyries games at home.

Over 146.5 Probability

The best betting apps imply that our pick has a 52.9% prospect of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. The wager can be recommended for this precise reason.

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Our Game Prediction

Over 146.5 Points @ -112 Bet Now

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Kiki Iriafen Over 13.5 Points -103

Kiki Iriafen (Mystics) can be wagered to total Over 13.5 points at -103. We are going to choose a Player Points prop bet which will hopefully see her cover the line.

Latest Kiki Iriafen Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 13.5

-101

Under 13.5

-132

Rebounds

Over 9.5

-101

Under 9.5

-135

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Kayla Thornton Under 4.5 Rebounds +121

Kayla Thornton (Valkyries) is available at +121 to record Under 4.5 rebounds. We think there’s a generous line on offer that she fails to cover the Player Rebounds total.

Latest Kayla Thornton Player Prop Odds

Points

Over 7.5

-123

Under 7.5

-108

Rebounds

Over 4.5

-161

Under 4.5

+119

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Correct Score Prediction

Mystics 73 - 79 Valkyries

There’s a big payout on the cards should you correctly predict the correct score. We’re siding with the Valkyries to claim a 79-73 victory which will hopefully go close.

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Washington Mystics vs Golden State Valkyries 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 massive -400 favorites. They are regarded as 80% likely to win this WNBA game judging by the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +300 about Washington Mystics.

The spread is currently 8.5, with the total points line at 147.5. Basketball bettors regularly enjoy the opportunity to wager on the Totals. If you want to back Over 147.5, it’s -115.

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Moneyline

Mystics

+300

Valkyries

-400

Point Spread

Mystics +8.5

-106

Valkyries -8.5

-114

Total Points

Under 147.5

-105

Over 147.5

-115

Sonia Citron is the market leader to hit the most buckets. She is priced at -112 to score Over 14.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -118.

Sonia Citron (Mystics)

Over 14.5

-112

Under 14.5

-118

Shakira Austin (Mystics)

Over 13.5

-132

Under 13.5

-101

Gabby Williams (Valkyries)

Over 13.5

-118

Under 13.5

-112

Kiki Iriafen (Mystics)

Over 13.5

-101

Under 13.5

-132

Janelle Salaun (Valkyries)

Over 11.5

-127

Under 11.5

-105

Veronica Burton (Valkyries)

Over 11.5

-103

Under 11.5

-128

Kaitlyn Chen (Valkyries)

Over 7.5

-127

Under 7.5

-106

Michaela Onyenwere (Mystics)

Over 7.5

-123

Under 7.5

-108

Kayla Thornton (Valkyries)

Over 7.5

-123

Under 7.5

-108

Georgia Amoore (Mystics)

Over 5.5

-119

Under 5.5

-111

Veronica Burton (Valkyries)

Over 4.5

-139

Under 4.5

+101

Georgia Amoore (Mystics)

Over 3.5

+114

Under 3.5

-156

Sonia Citron (Mystics)

Over 2.5

-161

Under 2.5

+118

Shakira Austin (Mystics)

Over 2.5

-159

Under 2.5

+116

Gabby Williams (Valkyries)

Over 2.5

+130

Under 2.5

-179

Kiki Iriafen (Mystics)

Over 9.5

-101

Under 9.5

-135

Shakira Austin (Mystics)

Over 8.5

-133

Under 8.5

-102

Kayla Thornton (Valkyries)

Over 4.5

-161

Under 4.5

+119

Sonia Citron (Mystics)

Over 3.5

-100

Under 3.5

-135

Gabby Williams (Valkyries)

Over 3.5

+118

Under 3.5

-161

Janelle Salaun (Valkyries)

Over 3.5

-127

Under 3.5

-108

Veronica Burton (Valkyries)

Over 3.5

+122

Under 3.5

-167

Michaela Onyenwere (Mystics)

Over 2.5

-169

Under 2.5

+124

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Washington Mystics Stats

Golden State Valkyries Stats

Moneyline

• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
• +8.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -8.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
• -8.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 153.50 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 157.00 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 145.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 145.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.90 pts and allowed 77.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 76.70 pts and allowed 80.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 149.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 155.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 145.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 145.5 at Home: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 77.80 pts and allowed 71.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 81.20 pts and allowed 74.50 pts in the last 10 home games

WNBA Table Select Season 202620252024202320222021202020192018

Team	W	L	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
1  Lynx	31	10	3733	3430	303	14-7	17-3	3L
2  Valkyries	31	11	3457	3140	317	17-5	14-6	6W
3  Aces	28	13	3738	3538	200	13-7	15-6	4W
4  Dream	28	14	3841	3568	273	15-7	13-7	3W
5  Fever	27	14	3983	3723	260	14-6	13-8	3W
6  Wings	26	16	3744	3573	171	16-6	10-10	6W
7  Liberty	25	16	3686	3555	131	14-6	11-10	2W
8  Mystics	25	16	3423	3401	22	13-7	12-9	1W
9  Fire	16	26	3620	3818	-198	8-13	8-13	3L
10  Sparks	15	26	3571	3769	-198	7-13	8-13	1L
11  Mercury	15	27	3543	3668	-125	6-14	9-13	1L
12  Sky	15	27	3628	3803	-175	10-11	5-16	5L
13  Tempo	11	30	3534	3854	-320	7-14	4-16	5L
14  Sun	10	31	3217	3614	-397	7-13	3-18	4L
15  Storm	8	34	3448	3712	-264	6-15	2-19	3L

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