Valkyries vs. Sky: Burton's big night awaits?

The Golden State Valkyries are set to face the Chicago Sky in a pivotal rubber match on Friday, August 22, 2026, with the Valkyries entering as -6.5 favorites. Veronica Burton is highlighted as a key player to watch, with predictions suggesting she will surpass 22.5 combined points, rebounds, and assists. Burton has been consistently performing, averaging 24.1 PRA over her last 10 games, exceeding 23+ in seven of those contests.

Gabby Williams is also anticipated to deliver a strong offensive performance, with expectations of scoring 15 or more points. Her usage rate leads the team, and she has a history of reaching this scoring mark against the Sky. The game's total is projected to fall under 161.5 points. This prediction is supported by recent trends, as the Valkyries have hit the under on their game total in four consecutive games, and the Sky have done so in three straight.