Final
August 26, 2026 β’ Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 26, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Golden State Valkyries (27-11) meets Connecticut Sun (10-28) at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville.
Golden State Valkyries
Visiting Side
Record
27-11
Connecticut Sun
Home Side
Record
10-28
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
GOL
|
26 | 29 | 25 | 9 | 89 |
|
CON
|
11 | 16 | 25 | 12 | 64 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
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Golden State Valkyries
VS
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Connecticut Sun
Projected Score
GOL 87
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CON 79
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Golden State Valkyries boasts a superior average point differential.
- Golden State Valkyries controls the glass more effectively.
Golden State Valkyries
STAT
Connecticut Sun
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Connecticut Sun plays on familiar turf at Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville.
Conditions
Conditions: Dome/Indoor
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Circled Game Analytical Outlook
Circled Game Takeaway
Why Golden State Valkyries Could Win
Golden State Valkyries generates 81.8 points per game while shooting 41.6%.
Why Connecticut Sun Could Win
Connecticut Sun produces 78.8 points per game on 42.5% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Connecticut Sun's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
7,739
Closing Odds
Line: GS -14.5 | O/U: 152.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Charlisse Leger-Walker
17
Team Assists
Charlisse Leger-Walker
4
Team Points
Janelle Salaun
15
Team Assists
Veronica Burton
7
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Golden State Valkyries (56.3%)
Connecticut Sun (43.8%)
Total Submissions: 66 circles
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