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The Las Vegas Aces will head to the Chase Center to take on the Golden State Valkyries in the 2025 WNBA Commissioner’s Cup. The Aces are looking comfortable in the Western Conference, holding the second seed (4-2).
On the other hand, it has been quite a difficult start for the Valkyries, who have lost five out of their first seven games in the league. The team is coming into this game desperate for momentum as they look to end their four-game losing streak.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Preview, Prediction, Starting Lineups and Betting Tips
The Aces-Valkyries game is scheduled to tip off at 3:00 p.m. EST on June 7. The live broadcast of the game will air nationally on ABC. Fans can stream the game live with FuboTV.
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Moneyline: Aces (-900) vs. Valkyries (+570)
Odds: Aces (-12.5) vs. Valkyries (+12.5)
Total (O/U): Aces (o162.5 -110) vs. Valkyries (u162.5 -110)
Editor's note: The odds could change closer to tipoff, as the odds listed were based on available information at the time of writing.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Preview
The Las Vegas Aces will head to San Francisco to play their first-ever game against the Golden State Valkyries. This is also a special contest for Aces coach Becky Hammon as she will be taking on former Aces assistant Natalie Nakase.
The Aces are coming into this game on a two-game winning streak, having defeated the LA Sparks (96-81) and the Seattle Storm (75-70). On the other hand, the Valkyries are looking to end their cold streak after losing four in a row to the Phoenix Mercury, Minnesota Lynx, and twice to the New York Liberty.
A'ja Wilson is recording 22.8 points, 10.5 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game and will be one to look out for. Meanwhile, Kayla Thornton has been solid for Golden State, averaging 11.7 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.3 steals per game. She should be key against the Aces.
A glance at their respective rosters is enough to see that the Aces have enough quality to dominate the Valkyries at home on Saturday.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Predicted Starting Lineup
Valkyries
PG: Cecilia Zandalasini | SG: Veronica Burton | SF: Janelle Salaun | PF: Kayla Thornton | C: Temi Fagbenle
Aces
PG: Jackie Young | SG: Chelsea Gray | SF: Jewell Loyd | PF: Kiah Stokes | C: A’ja Wilson
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Betting Tips
Las Vegas Aces superstar A’ja Wilson has been stellar for her team this season, averaging 22.8 points, 10.5 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game. Wilson is sure to have her way with the Valkyries on Saturday, as they lack the length required to slow her down. She will likely surpass her point prop of 23.5.
Veronica Burton led the charge for the Golden State Valkyries this season, recording 12.6 points, 4.3 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game. The Valkyries will need her playmaking against the Aces. So, Burton has a solid chance of surpassing her assists prop of 3.5.
Las Vegas Aces vs. Golden State Valkyries Prediction
Bookmakers predict a sizeable win for the Aces in this game, which is likely to be the case. The Golden State Valkyries have some promising names on their roster but are far from the level required to take on the Aces. Expect Wilson and Co. to grab a comfortable win at the Chase Center.
Our prediction: The Aces will win.
