The Golden State Valkyries visit the Connecticut Sun on Wednesday night as heavy road favorites. Golden State sits at 26-11 and is chasing a top-two seed in the standings. Connecticut owns one of the league’s worst records at 10-27. The spread has climbed to 13.5, yet the betting tickets are nearly split down the middle. That gap between the price and the public is where this game gets interesting, and it shapes our best bet below.
Last Updated: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Golden State Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun — Time & How to Watch
| Where | Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville CT |
| When | Wednesday, August 26 – 7:00 PM ET |
| TV | NBC Sports Boston / KPIX+ (Bay Area) |
Golden State Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun Betting Preview
Golden State arrives in strong form. The Valkyries beat the top-seeded Minnesota Lynx 80-66 on August 24. Cecilia Zandalasini led the way with 18 points, while All-Star forward Gabby Williams added 15. Head coach Natalie Nakase has her group a game ahead of Las Vegas for second place. Veronica Burton and Kayla Thornton give the roster All-Star-level balance in the backcourt and up front. You can see our recent read on this team in our latest Golden State coverage.
Connecticut is not playing quite as poorly as the record suggests right now. The Sun snapped a rough stretch with an 87-81 home win over the Chicago Sky on August 25. That was a season-best offensive night for a struggling group. Still, Connecticut ranks as the lowest-scoring team in the WNBA at roughly 79 points per game. The 10-27 mark reflects a rebuilding roster that leans on younger players. For context on their week, see our earlier look at the Sun.
The teams met once already this season. Golden State won that July 10 meeting in Connecticut by a 79-64 final. The 15-point margin sits just above tonight’s number. That prior result is the anchor for how the market has priced this rematch, and it explains why the Valkyries are laying nearly two touchdowns on the road.
Golden State Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valkyries | -13.5 (-110) | -1100 | U 151.5 (-110) |
| Sun | +13.5 (-110) | +650 | O 151.5 (-110) |
Odds accurate as of Wednesday, August 26, 2026 via TheSpread.com. Odds change, get the latest WNBA Odds – Futures – Props
Golden State Valkyries vs. Connecticut Sun — Who Is the Public Betting?
| Valkyries | 54% | 46% | Sun |
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Valkyries vs. Sun Prediction — Can Sun Stay Within Two TDs?
The case for Golden State to cover is easy to build. The Valkyries just handled the best team in the league. They own the head-to-head result over these same Sun by 15 points. Connecticut scores less than any team in the WNBA, so a talent gap this wide often shows up on the scoreboard. When a 26-11 club faces a 10-27 club, the market usually gets the direction right.
The other side deserves a fair hearing, though. Laying 13.5 on the road is a tall order in the WNBA, where single-game variance runs high. Connecticut is home, rested, and coming off a confidence win. Golden State, in contrast, is on the second stop of a cross-country trip after playing in Minnesota two nights earlier. The standings gap is real, but motivation and travel can tighten a game like this.
The public signal backs the caution. Even with Golden State as a massive favorite, the spread tickets sit close to even. That tells you recreational money is not piling on the big road number. When bettors hesitate to lay a price this steep, the points on the home dog carry value. The upside is a live underdog; the risk is a Golden State team simply being far better.
The Pick: Connecticut Sun +13.5 (-110)
Valkyries vs. Sun Prediction — Will Scoreboard Break in CT?
The total sits at 151.5, and recent scoring points toward the over. Golden State dropped 80 on an elite Minnesota defense. Connecticut put up 87 at home just one night ago. Both teams have played in games that regularly clear this number, and a home crowd coming off a win can add a few possessions of energy. If the Sun shoot as they did against Chicago, the number looks low.
The under has a clear path too. Connecticut is still the lowest-scoring team in the league over the full season. Golden State held Minnesota to 66 and can slow a game when it builds a lead. A blowout also invites empty possessions and bench minutes late, which can drag a total down. Still, the recent form and the pace both lean up, so the value points over.
The Pick: Over 151.5 (-110)
Final Thoughts and Bonus Angle
The moneyline is the obvious bonus market to eye. Connecticut sits at +650 as a home dog fresh off a win, and that price will tempt small-stakes flyer bettors. It is a longshot, however, and the smarter route is the points rather than the outright. Golden State at -1100 asks for a heavy layout to win a modest amount, so there is no value chasing the favorite straight up either. Discipline says stay on the two plays already made.
To recap the card: the two best bets are Connecticut Sun +13.5 (-110) and Over 151.5 (-110). Both lean on the same read, that the home team keeps this closer and higher-scoring than a two-touchdown line implies. If Golden State’s talent simply takes over early, both plays are at risk, and that is the honest downside here.
WNBA Valkyries vs. Sun FAQ: Wednesday August 26, 2026
What time does the Valkyries vs. Sun game start?
The Golden State Valkyries and Connecticut Sun tip off at 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. The game is played on the Sun’s home floor in Connecticut. It is a regular-season matchup during the late-August stretch of the WNBA schedule.
What channel is the Valkyries vs. Sun game on?
The game airs on NBC Sports Boston as the regional broadcast, with Bay Area coverage carried on KPIX+. Viewers in each market can find the game through their local regional sports network. Availability may vary by cable and streaming package in your area.
Where are the Valkyries and Sun playing today?
The game is played at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. It is the home venue of the Connecticut Sun. Golden State is the visiting team for this regular-season matchup, making the cross-country trip east to face the Sun.
Who won the last meeting between the Valkyries and Sun?
Golden State won the previous meeting 79-64 on July 10, 2026, also played in Connecticut. The 15-point margin sits just above the current spread. That result is a key reference point for how the market has set the line for this rematch.
What is the Golden State Valkyries’ record this season?
Golden State enters the game at 26-11 and holds second place in the standings. The Valkyries sit one game ahead of Las Vegas for that spot. Connecticut, by contrast, is 10-27 and near the bottom of the league table this season.