Published Aug 3, 5:16pm ET by
James Tillman - Betting Preview Analyst and Sports Writer
Last updated Aug 3, 5:16pm ET
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Updated Aug 5, 12:10am ET
Tuesday's lone WNBA matchup features the Toronto Tempo visiting the Golden State Valkyries. Which team has the edge in our Tempo vs Valkyries pick?
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| Golden State Valkyries | -13.5 (-110) |
| Toronto Tempo | +13.5 (-110) |
Toronto has not been good as of late, losing each of their last six games. The team's latest outing was a 96-79 loss to the Golden State Valkyries.
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The Tempo stayed within striking distance for most of the evening. But Golden State's stingy defense held Toronto in check down the stretch, paving the way for a double-digit win.
Nyara Sabally scored a team-high 19 points and grabbed eight rebounds. Kiki Rice added 16 points, five rebounds, and three assists, powering a unit that featured five players who reached double figures.
The Valkyries had dropped two straight following a nine-game win streak. However, they bounced back with a resounding 17-point victory over Toronto on Sunday night.
Golden State had difficulty creating meaningful separation, leading by just six points after three quarters. But the Valkyries flipped the narrative in the final frame, outscoring Toronto by a decisive 29-18 margin to close out the win.
Janelle Salaun delivered a 24-point outing and made four of her nine 3-point attempts. Veronica Burton finished with 17 points and six assists, contributing to an offense that shot 49 percent overall and 48 percent from 3-point territory.
Here's what you need to know for both teams ahead of this tilt.
The Tempo have struggled on the road, going 1-4 in their last five away from home, while Golden State has held serve on its home floor, posting a 4-1 mark across its previous five at Chase Center. Based on the trends and the fact that Toronto has dropped 10 of its last 11, the edge goes to Golden State.
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Golden State Valkyries (-13.5)
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