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Valkyries Chase Top Seed in Playoff Push
23 Sep
Summary
- Golden State Valkyries aim for the top seed with two games remaining.
- The team has won six consecutive games and 21 of their last 25.
- Tuesday's game is the third meeting between the Valkyries and Portland.
The Golden State Valkyries are currently streaking towards the WNBA playoffs, maintaining a chance to secure the No. 1 overall seed. As of September 23, 2026, the team holds a 31-11 record and has won six games in a row, along with 21 of their last 25 contests since late June.
Their path to the top seed involves winning their remaining two regular-season games. Concurrently, the Minnesota Lynx, who currently hold the top position, would need to lose both of their final matches. The Valkyries are set to face the Portland Fire (16-27) on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at the Moda Center in Portland.
This game represents the third time Golden State and Portland have met within the last month. The Valkyries have demonstrated dominance in their previous two encounters, securing victories on August 30 and September 19, 2026. The upcoming match is scheduled for a 7 p.m. PT tip-off, with pregame coverage starting at 6:30 p.m. PT.
