Last updated Jun 14, 2:24pm ET

The expansion Valkyries (4–5) host the in-form Storm (6–4) at Chase Center tonight at 8:30 p.m. ET. Seattle enters riding a three-game win streak, including a statement victory over the undefeated Lynx, while Golden State seeks to build momentum at home.

  • Seattle has won three straight, including a key win over Minnesota, and ranks top-3 in offensive efficiency with a +2.9 net rating.
  • Golden State has covered six of nine games ATS and is 4–5, including back-to-back home victories, showing strong defensive grit.
  • This Series opener marks their first regular-season meeting, with both teams in solid form and ready to battle for early dominance.

Golden State Valkyries Player Prop Pick: Kayla Thornton

The young Valkyries are exceeding expectations in their debut season, currently ranked 7th in defensive rating. Veterans Kayla Thornton (13.6 PPG, 6.9 RPG) and Veronica Burton (12.3 PPG, 5 APG) lead the charge, while rookies Carla Leite and Janelle Salaün continue to grow. Golden State plays with pace, averaging 77 PPG, and at home has really found its identity under coach Nakase.

  • Thornton averages 7.6 RPG over her last 7 games and pulled down 11 in each of the last two home outings.
  • The Covers same-game parlay highlights Thornton’s rebound line in a +10.5 pick—reflecting her impact on the glass.
  • Facing a Storm team that averages 32.5 RPG defensively, Thornton’s physicality is primed for a strong night.
Pick
Kayla Thornton Over 5.5 Rebounds (-110)
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Seattle Storm Player Prop Pick: Nneka Ogwumike

Seattle is firing on all cylinders, averaging 81.7 PPG on 47.4% shooting while locking teams down to 79.3 PPG. Skylar Diggins-Smith (17.8 PPG, 7+ AST per game) and Nneka Ogwumike (16.6 PPG, 8.8 RPG) form a dynamic duo. Despite losing Katie Lou Samuelson, the Storm’s veteran cohesion and defensive pressure have produced a solid 6–4 start.

  • Ogwumike averages 8.8 RPG and has cleared 9 rebounds in two of her last three outings.
  • She’s the Storm’s “rebounding machine,” a top assist/point contributor.
  • With the Valkyries pulling down 42.1 RPG, Ogwumike’s toughness inside will be essential to control the paint.
Pick
Nneka Ogwumike Over 8.5 Rebounds (-102)
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Kervin Coleman
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