Golden State Valkyries vs Chicago Sky Prediction & Picks - WNBA

Prediction published on 8/15/25, 4:28 PM  by Erik Gibbs in WNBA Picks

The Chicago Sky host the Golden State Valkyries this afternoon in a matchup between a rebuilding team and a playoff contender. Chicago’s season has been difficult, with only eight wins against 24 losses. They have struggled offensively, averaging under 70 points per game in recent weeks, and injuries have further weakened the roster. Key players Courtney Vandersloot and Angel Reese are sidelined, removing both experience and rebounding strength from the lineup.

The Valkyries, holding a 17-15 record, have won three straight games after defeating the Washington Mystics 88-83 on the road Wednesday. Meanwhile, the Sky sit at 8-24 and have dropped their last three contests, most recently falling 71-62 to the Connecticut Sun away from home on Wednesday. This matchup marks their third and final meeting of the season, with the Valkyries aiming to complete a series sweep.

Golden State boasts the league’s third-best defense, surrendering just 79.8 points per game, and will take on a struggling Chicago offense that ranks 12th in scoring and sits 10th in both field goal and three-point shooting percentage. In the standings, Golden State holds the 7th spot, with only the top eight advancing to the playoffs, and maintains a two-game cushion over 9th place. Chicago, on the other hand, trails the final postseason berth by 7.5 games with only eight contests left on the schedule.