Valkyries prepare for final four games before playoffs
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 8:34 PM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
The Golden State Valkyries return to action this week following the WNBA's break for the World Cup. They currently sit in second place with a record of 29-11, just two games behind the Minnesota Lynx. The Valkyries have clinched a playoff spot and aim to secure the second seed as they face the Portland Fire on Friday, followed by a home match against the Seattle Storm. Three of their remaining opponents have been eliminated from playoff contention, providing a favorable schedule. However, the Valkyries need to avoid losing ground to the Las Vegas Aces, who could overtake them if Golden State falters in its final four games.
- •Valkyries are in second place, two games behind the Lynx.
- •They clinched a playoff spot on August 17 after a win over the Wings.
- •Remaining matches against eliminated teams provide a potential advantage.
- •The Valkyries must avoid losses to stay ahead of the Aces.
- 8:34 PMYahoo Sports — It's second and go time for Golden State as Valkyries try soaring into playoffs
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Golden State Valkyries have perfect opportunity to steal WNBA’s No. 1 seed
- 10:41 PMYahoo Sports — Valkyries have four games left before the postseason. Here's what's at stake
"The Golden State Valkyries will reach the WNBA playoffs a second time in just their second season, but they can't afford to let up against losing teams in their last four regular-season games.
"The Golden State Valkyries resume play this week after the WNBA's break for the World Cup. In second place, they still have a chance take the first seed from Lynx or lose ground to the Aces.
"Golden State has four games against eliminated teams and a slim path to the WNBA’s No. 1 seed. The Valkyries also must hold off a charging Las Vegas team
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 17, 2026, 8:34 PMIt's second and go time for Golden State as Valkyries try soaring into playoffs
The Golden State Valkyries will reach the WNBA playoffs a second time in just their second season, but they can't afford to let up against losing teams in their last four regular-season games.
- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 2:32 AMGolden State Valkyries have perfect opportunity to steal WNBA’s No. 1 seed
Golden State has four games against eliminated teams and a slim path to the WNBA’s No. 1 seed. The Valkyries also must hold off a charging Las Vegas team
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 10:41 PMValkyries have four games left before the postseason. Here's what's at stake
The Golden State Valkyries resume play this week after the WNBA's break for the World Cup. In second place, they still have a chance take the first seed from Lynx or lose ground to the Aces.
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