Prediction: Las Vegas Aces VS Golden State Valkyries 2025-08-06
Golden State Valkyries vs. Las Vegas Aces: A Tale of Two Teams with a Side of Sarcasm
The Golden State Valkyries and Las Vegas Aces are set for a rematch that’s less “epic showdown” and more “we’re doing this again?” The Aces dominated the Valkyries 101-77 in their last meeting, a game so lopsided, the Valkyries probably still hear the sound of A’ja Wilson’s rebounds echoing in their dreams. But this time, the Valkyries have a shot—thanks to the return of Tiffany Hayes and Cecilia Zandalasini, who are like the missing spices in a grandma’s famous potato salad: suddenly, the whole dish tastes like hope.
Parsing the Odds: Numbers Don’t Lie (Mostly)
The Aces are favored at -325, which translates to a 76.5% implied probability of winning. That’s the statistical equivalent of me convincing you that pineapple belongs on pizza—most people disagree, but the math says otherwise. The Valkyries, at +250 (ish), imply a 28% chance, which is about the odds of me napping without my phone on silent. The spread is -5.5 for the Aces, meaning they’re expected to win by nearly a free-throw line’s worth of points. For context, if this were a race, the Aces would be halfway to the finish line before the Valkyries tie their shoes.
The total is set at 157.5 points, and the first three meetings this season all went Over with a combined 534 points. That’s more than the population of some small towns. With the Valkyries’ offense (106.8 PPG) and the Aces’ porous defense (110.2 PPG allowed), this game smells like a popcorn machine at a basketball court: hot, loud, and impossible to ignore.
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The Valkyries’ defense is statistically elite—ranked third in the league with a 101.4 defensive rating. They allow just 77.6 points per game, which is impressive unless you’re the Aces’ offense, which has averaged 104.3 PPG this season. But here’s the rub: Golden State’s Kayla Thornton is out, and she’s their primary rebounder. Without her, they’ll face A’ja Wilson, who’s a human trash can on the glass. In their last game, Wilson hauled in 16 boards; the Valkyries’ frontcourt? More interested in a group nap.
The Aces, meanwhile, have A’ja Wilson (MVP material) and Jackie Young (a scoring guard who could teach a masterclass in “How to Be a Second Option Without Trying.”) But their shooting has been as inconsistent as my Wi-Fi during a Zoom meeting. Still, when your star player averages 21.3 points and 9.2 rebounds while looking like she’s playing in a video game on “I’m Unstoppable” mode, you’re still a favorite.
The Verdict: Will the Aces Ace This? Spoiler: Yes.
The Valkyries’ defense is like a locked door in a haunted house—great at keeping things out, but not so great if the ghost of A’ja Wilson is holding a megaphone. Their offense? It’s a “wait for Tiffany Hayes to return” story, and while Hayes is as clutch as a third-quarter timeout, the Aces’ depth and Wilson’s dominance make them the safer bet.
Prediction: The Aces win by double digits, and the Over hits because these teams shoot like they’re in a NBA Jam tournament. Bet the Aces (-5.5) and the Over 157.5. Why? Because math, and also because the Valkyries’ defense can’t stop Wilson from doing this: rebound, dunk, emoji explosion.
Final Score Prediction: Las Vegas Aces 92, Golden State Valkyries 80. The Valkyries will probably make it close… by fouling Wilson 10 times and hoping she’s having an off-night. Spoiler: She won’t be.
And remember, folks: If the Valkyries pull off the upset, it’ll be the sports equivalent of me finally beating my dad at chess. Possible? Sure. Likely? Not unless he’s napping. 🏀✨
Created: Aug. 6, 2025, 10:19 p.m. GMT