Golden State Valkyries seek first win against Minnesota Lynx tonight
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:00 PM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Golden State Valkyries host the Minnesota Lynx on August 19 at Ballhalla. The Valkyries are winless against the Lynx in eight attempts, including two losses this season. They come into the game having secured a playoff berth following a win against the Dallas Wings. Head coach Natalie Nakase emphasizes the game's significance for improvement and not just for history.
- •Valkyries are 0-8 against Lynx historically
- •Game scheduled for tonight at 10 p.m. ET
- •Golden State clinched a playoff spot recently
- •Lynx are currently league leaders
- •Valkyries lost both prior matchups this season
- 12:00 PMYahoo Sports — WNBA gameday discussion: By finally beating the Minnesota Lynx, the Golden State Valkyries can burnish their championship credentials
"The Valkyries have never beaten the Lynx in eight tries. Can they finally change that?
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