Match Forecast: Sun against Valkyries on Monday, August 11; Odds and Predicted Winner
The Connecticut Sun and Golden State Valkyries are set to square off in an exciting WNBA matchup on Monday, August 11th, with the game scheduled to start at 10:00 p.m. EDT. The action will unfold at Chase Center in San Francisco, California, and will be broadcast live on NBCS-BOS.
Favorites Shine as Valkyries Aim for Playoffs
The Golden State Valkyries, currently holding a record of approximately 15-15, are fighting for the final playoff spot. Known for their slow, defensive style, the Valkyries have been suppressing opponents' scoring, a trend that continues as they have scored 80 points or fewer in seven consecutive games.
The absence of their leading scorer, Kayla Thornton (14.0 PPG), due to an injury that will keep her out for the rest of the season, may lower their expected offensive output. However, the Valkyries retain top defensive rankings and rebounding, giving them a significant advantage.
Sun Struggle as They Look to Bounce Back
The Connecticut Sun, who currently hold the league’s worst record at 5-25 and an average of 75.5 points per game, are coming off a loss and face fatigue on a back-to-back. The absence of Tina Charles, their leading scorer, for rest further weakens their offensive capabilities.
Expert Predictions and Bets
The consensus analysis and predictions for this game strongly favor the Golden State Valkyries, with a spread around -9 in their favour and the moneyline favouring the Valkyries at about -360, indicating a solid expected win for the home team. The total points line is set near 157, with most analysts and betting experts recommending the Under, projecting a low-scoring game due to both teams' offensive struggles.
FanDuel offers WNBA odds for the game, with the Valkyries' spread odds at -8.5-110, their total odds at 153.5-105o / -115u, and their moneyline at -400. The Sun's spread odds are 8.5-110, their total odds are 153.5-105o / -115u, and their moneyline is 300.
Key player insights include the Sun's Marina Mabrey and Brionna Jones needing to increase offensive production in the absence of Tina Charles, while the Valkyries feature balanced scoring, with four players averaging double figures. The Valkyries excel at assist-to-turnover ratio and rebounding, key advantages versus a depleted Connecticut frontcourt.
In summary, expect a comfortable Golden State Valkyries win by about double digits, with low scoring overall, making the Under 157 points and Valkyries -9 against the spread the best bets based on available analysis and odds.
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