Alright, Sunday's WNBA slate is shaping up to be a crackerjack affair, with four games that'll have you on the edge of your seat. First up, the Minnesota Lynx take on the Dallas Wings at 2 PM ET. The Lynx are riding high after their recent win, but the Wings ain't no pushovers – they've got a solid defense that could give the Lynx fits.
Next, the Portland Fire head to Washington to face the Mystics at 3 PM ET. The Mystics have been on fire lately, with their offense clicking like a well-oiled machine. But don't count out the Fire – they've got some grit and could surprise a few folks.
At 4 PM ET, it's a showdown between the Las Vegas Aces and the Chicago Sky. The Aces have been playing some of their best ball this season, but the Sky have been a thorn in their side – they always seem to bring out the best (and worst) in them.
Finally, the New York Liberty face off against the Golden State Valkyries at 7 PM ET. The Valkyries are on a roll, and it'll take a Herculean effort for the Liberty to slow 'em down. But with their tenacious defense, they might just be able to make it happen.
So buckle up, sports fans – today's WNBA slate is gonna be a doozy. Let's see who comes out on top!
Today's WNBA Slate
- Minnesota Lynx @ Dallas Wings (2:00 PM ET)
- Portland Fire @ Washington Mystics (3:00 PM ET)
- Las Vegas Aces @ Chicago Sky (4:00 PM ET)
- New York Liberty @ Golden State Valkyries (7:00 PM ET)
Matchup Breakdown
Minnesota Lynx @ Dallas Wings — 2:00 PM ET
The Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings face off in a battle of two teams hungry for victory. The Lynx, coming off a tough loss, will be looking to bounce back while the Wings aim to build on their recent success.
H2H LAST 5 (Minnesota Lynx vs Dallas Wings)Dallas Wings 0-5 | Avg margin: -14.6
Jun 09: L @ Minnesota Lynx 76-100 (-24) | May 14: L vs Minnesota Lynx 86-90 (-4) | Sep 01, 2025: L @ Minnesota Lynx 71-96 (-25) | Jun 08, 2025: L vs Minnesota Lynx 65-81 (-16) | May 21, 2025: L @ Minnesota Lynx 81-85 (-4)
DALLAS WINGS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 93-92 | Avg margin: +1.4
Jun 25: L @ Las Vegas Aces 84-99 (-15) | Jun 22: W @ Seattle Storm 112-110 (+2) | Jun 20: W vs Chicago Sky 93-92 (+1) | Jun 17: L @ Golden State Valkyries 80-91 (-11) | Jun 15: W vs Las Vegas Aces 96-66 (+30)
MINNESOTA LYNX LAST 54-1 | Avg score: 89-78 | Avg margin: +10.4
Jun 24: W @ Washington Mystics 78-76 (+2) | Jun 21: L vs Washington Mystics 79-84 (-5) | Jun 19: W @ Golden State Valkyries 81-75 (+6) | Jun 17: W @ Los Angeles Sparks 99-83 (+16) | Jun 15: W vs Portland Fire 107-74 (+33)
DALLAS WINGS RECENT STATS89.2 PPG (L10) | 86.4 allowed (L10) | +2.8 diff | 6-4 L10
MINNESOTA LYNX RECENT STATS92.7 PPG (L10) | 79.7 allowed (L10) | +13.0 diff | 8-2 L10
INJURIES — Dallas WingsAlanna Smith (Out — injury, return: 2026-07-02); Odyssey Sims (Out — injury, return: 2026-07-05)
INJURIES — Minnesota LynxNapheesa Collier (Out — Sprain, return: 2026-07-03); Dorka Juhasz (Out — Sprain, return: 2026-07-03); Emma Cechova (Out — Surgery, return: 2027-05-01)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Dallas Wings: #7, score: 57.3, L10: 6-4, ATS: 40% | Minnesota Lynx: #1, score: 92.0, L10: 8-2, ATS: 70%
DALLAS WINGS KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Paige Bueckers: 19.2 pts | 4.4 reb | 6.8 ast | +/-: -2.0
Jessica Shepard: 17.2 pts | 11.2 reb | 5.6 ast | +/-: -1.8
Azzi Fudd: 15.0 pts | 2.0 reb | 1.4 ast | +/-: -1.0
Arike Ogunbowale: 12.6 pts | 2.4 reb | 3.4 ast | +/-: -1.8
MINNESOTA LYNX KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Olivia Miles: 18.6 pts | 4.4 reb | 4.8 ast | +/-: +6.2
Natasha Howard: 16.8 pts | 8.8 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: +6.8
Kayla McBride: 15.2 pts | 4.2 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: +8.8
Courtney Williams: 13.6 pts | 4.8 reb | 4.0 ast | +/-: +7.4
Portland Fire @ Washington Mystics — 3:00 PM ET
Portland Fire and Washington Mystics meet with both teams eager to prove their mettle. The Fire seek redemption after a string of close losses, while the Mystics look to maintain their strong momentum.
WASHINGTON MYSTICS LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 78-78 | Avg margin: +0.4
Jun 26: L @ Connecticut Sun 57-68 (-11) | Jun 24: L vs Minnesota Lynx 76-78 (-2) | Jun 21: W @ Minnesota Lynx 84-79 (+5) | Jun 19: W @ New York Liberty 86-83 (+3) | Jun 17: W @ Connecticut Sun 88-81 (+7)
PORTLAND FIRE LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 85-101 | Avg margin: -16.0
Jun 26: L @ Chicago Sky 94-124 (-30) | Jun 24: L @ Chicago Sky 78-101 (-23) | Jun 17: W vs Seattle Storm 94-89 (+5) | Jun 15: L @ Minnesota Lynx 74-107 (-33) | Jun 13: W vs Dallas Wings 84-83 (+1)
WASHINGTON MYSTICS RECENT STATS78.4 PPG (L10) | 81.9 allowed (L10) | -3.5 diff | 5-5 L10
PORTLAND FIRE RECENT STATS83.4 PPG (L10) | 95.5 allowed (L10) | -12.1 diff | 3-7 L10
INJURIES — Washington MysticsNone listed
INJURIES — Portland FireNone listed
RANKINGS (last 10g)Washington Mystics: #9, score: 42.5, L10: 5-5, ATS: 60% | Portland Fire: #14, score: 24.3, L10: 3-7, ATS: 30%
WASHINGTON MYSTICS KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Sonia Citron: 20.4 pts | 6.0 reb | 4.0 ast | +/-: +1.6
Kiki Iriafen: 12.2 pts | 7.6 reb | 0.6 ast | +/-: -4.4
Georgia Amoore: 9.6 pts | 1.0 reb | 5.0 ast | +/-: -0.6
Michaela Onyenwere: 8.8 pts | 2.2 reb | 0.6 ast | +/-: +0.4
PORTLAND FIRE KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Bridget Carleton: 14.8 pts | 3.6 reb | 1.4 ast | +/-: -13.0
Carla Leite: 13.6 pts | 2.6 reb | 6.2 ast | +/-: -6.6
Megan Gustafson: 12.6 pts | 3.2 reb | 1.6 ast | +/-: -7.2
Sarah Ashlee Barker: 10.8 pts | 4.2 reb | 1.6 ast | +/-: -6.8
Las Vegas Aces @ Chicago Sky — 4:00 PM ET
Las Vegas Aces and Chicago Sky clash in a high-stakes matchup. The Aces, fresh off an impressive win, will be tested by the resilient Sky, who are determined to take down one of the league's top teams.
H2H LAST 5 (Las Vegas Aces vs Chicago Sky)Chicago Sky 0-5 | Avg margin: -14.2
Sep 09, 2025: L @ Las Vegas Aces 61-92 (-31) | Sep 07, 2025: L @ Las Vegas Aces 66-80 (-14) | Aug 25, 2025: L vs Las Vegas Aces 74-79 (-5) | Sep 03, 2024: L @ Las Vegas Aces 71-90 (-19) | Aug 25, 2024: L vs Las Vegas Aces 75-77 (-2)
CHICAGO SKY LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 95-91 | Avg margin: +4.4
Jun 26: W vs Portland Fire 124-94 (+30) | Jun 24: W vs Portland Fire 101-78 (+23) | Jun 22: L @ Connecticut Sun 63-92 (-29) | Jun 20: L @ Dallas Wings 92-93 (-1) | Jun 17: L vs New York Liberty 95-96 (-1)
LAS VEGAS ACES LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 84-83 | Avg margin: +0.6
Jun 25: W vs Dallas Wings 99-84 (+15) | Jun 23: L vs New York Liberty 76-87 (-11) | Jun 21: W vs Golden State Valkyries 92-73 (+19) | Jun 17: W @ Phoenix Mercury 86-76 (+10) | Jun 15: L @ Dallas Wings 66-96 (-30)
CHICAGO SKY RECENT STATS88.1 PPG (L10) | 90.4 allowed (L10) | -2.3 diff | 3-7 L10
LAS VEGAS ACES RECENT STATS88.8 PPG (L10) | 84.1 allowed (L10) | +4.7 diff | 8-2 L10
INJURIES — Chicago SkyDiJonai Carrington (Out — Surgery, return: 2026-07-07); Rickea Jackson (Out — Surgery, return: 2027-05-01)
INJURIES — Las Vegas AcesDana Evans (Out — injury, return: 2026-06-30); Janiah Barker (Out — injury, return: 2026-06-30)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Chicago Sky: #12, score: 34.5, L10: 3-7, ATS: 60% | Las Vegas Aces: #2, score: 83.0, L10: 8-2, ATS: 60%
CHICAGO SKY KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Kamilla Cardoso: 19.0 pts | 8.6 reb | 2.2 ast | +/-: +4.0
Sydney Taylor: 19.0 pts | 1.6 reb | 2.2 ast | +/-: +6.6
Skylar Diggins: 12.2 pts | 2.0 reb | 6.6 ast | +/-: +4.0
Azura Stevens: 9.6 pts | 7.4 reb | 3.2 ast | +/-: +0.8
LAS VEGAS ACES KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
A'ja Wilson: 23.6 pts | 8.4 reb | 2.6 ast | +/-: +5.2
Jackie Young: 17.2 pts | 4.0 reb | 6.4 ast | +/-: +4.6
NaLyssa Smith: 11.0 pts | 5.2 reb | 0.6 ast | +/-: -1.0
Jewell Loyd: 9.8 pts | 2.2 reb | 0.8 ast | +/-: +5.2
New York Liberty @ Golden State Valkyries — 7:00 PM ET
Golden State Valkyries welcome New York Liberty in a game that could shape the rest of the season. The Valkyries, riding high after a series of dominant performances, will face a tough challenge from the gritty Liberty, who are eager to make their mark.
H2H LAST 5 (New York Liberty vs Golden State Valkyries)Golden State Valkyries 2-3 | Avg margin: -2.2
May 21: W @ New York Liberty 87-70 (+17) | Sep 02, 2025: W vs New York Liberty 66-58 (+8) | Jun 25, 2025: L vs New York Liberty 78-81 (-3) | May 29, 2025: L @ New York Liberty 77-82 (-5) | May 27, 2025: L @ New York Liberty 67-95 (-28)
GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES LAST 53-2 | Avg score: 79-79 | Avg margin: +0.0
Jun 26: W vs Atlanta Dream 78-75 (+3) | Jun 24: W vs Atlanta Dream 77-66 (+11) | Jun 21: L @ Las Vegas Aces 73-92 (-19) | Jun 19: L vs Minnesota Lynx 75-81 (-6) | Jun 17: W vs Dallas Wings 91-80 (+11)
NEW YORK LIBERTY LAST 52-3 | Avg score: 90-91 | Avg margin: -0.6
Jun 25: L @ Seattle Storm 88-99 (-11) | Jun 23: W @ Las Vegas Aces 87-76 (+11) | Jun 21: L @ Los Angeles Sparks 97-98 (-1) | Jun 19: L vs Washington Mystics 83-86 (-3) | Jun 17: W @ Chicago Sky 96-95 (+1)
GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES RECENT STATS81.5 PPG (L10) | 77.8 allowed (L10) | +3.7 diff | 6-4 L10
NEW YORK LIBERTY RECENT STATS91.0 PPG (L10) | 84.5 allowed (L10) | +6.5 diff | 7-3 L10
INJURIES — Golden State ValkyriesIliana Rupert (Out — injury, return: 2027-05-01)
INJURIES — New York LibertySatou Sabally (Out — injury, return: 2026-06-30)
RANKINGS (last 10g)Golden State Valkyries: #5, score: 66.6, L10: 6-4, ATS: 50% | New York Liberty: #4, score: 71.8, L10: 7-3, ATS: 50%
GOLDEN STATE VALKYRIES KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Gabby Williams: 17.8 pts | 4.2 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: +3.2
Cecilia Zandalasini: 11.0 pts | 2.2 reb | 2.0 ast | +/-: -2.0
Janelle Salaun: 9.2 pts | 4.4 reb | 0.6 ast | +/-: -3.2
Kaitlyn Chen: 9.2 pts | 1.4 reb | 1.4 ast | +/-: +2.4
NEW YORK LIBERTY KEY PLAYERS (last 5g avg):
Jonquel Jones: 17.4 pts | 7.8 reb | 2.4 ast | +/-: -2.4
Leonie Fiebich: 14.4 pts | 2.6 reb | 1.8 ast | +/-: +0.6
Breanna Stewart: 14.2 pts | 6.4 reb | 3.4 ast | +/-: +0.4
Sabrina Ionescu: 10.2 pts | 3.8 reb | 3.0 ast | +/-: -6.0
Final Word
As we wrap up today's WNBA action, I can't help but feel a thrill running through my veins. The Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings are set to face off in what promises to be a nail-biter. Both teams have shown their mettle this season, and it'll be fascinating to see who comes out on top.
The Lynx, fresh off a tough loss, will be looking to bounce back with a vengeance. But the Wings are no pushovers – they've got a solid defense that could give the Lynx fits. If the Lynx can find their rhythm and capitalize on the Wings' mistakes, they might just snatch victory from the jaws of defeat.
Regardless of who takes home the win, one thing is for certain: we're in for a treat. So grab your popcorn, folks – it's going to be a wild ride!
