Final
August 30, 2026 β’ Moda Center, Portland
WNBA PREVIEW β’ August 30, 2026
Featured Matchup
Hardwood Matchup: Golden State Valkyries (29-11) meets Portland Fire (16-24) at Moda Center, Portland.
Golden State Valkyries
Visiting Side
Record
29-11
Portland Fire
Home Side
Record
16-24
Scoring
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
GOL
|
28 | 19 | 23 | 16 | 86 |
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POR
|
14 | 11 | 26 | 18 | 69 |
Team Matchup Analysis Tale of the Tape
Circled Game Matchup Projection
39%
Golden State Valkyries
VS
61%
Portland Fire
Projected Score
GOL 83
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POR 87
Data Confidence
High
Data Used
3 of 4 categories
- Portland Fire maintains a stronger scoring margin over opponents.
- Golden State Valkyries controls the glass more effectively.
- Portland Fire shoots at a higher clip from the floor.
Golden State Valkyries
STAT
Portland Fire
Situational Context Environment
Venue Advantage
Host Portland Fire plays on familiar turf at Moda Center, Portland.
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 82.2 points per game while shooting 42.4%.
Why Portland Fire Could Win
Portland Fire produces 89.7 points per game on 45.3% shooting.
Deciding Factor
The deciding factor will be if Portland Fire's more efficient shooting can break down the defense.
Game Details
Moda Center, Portland
Dome/Indoor
Attendance
15,146
Closing Odds
Line: GS -6.5 | O/U: 159.5
Team Leaders
Team Points
Emily Engstler
12
Team Assists
Teja Oblak
7
Team Points
Tiffany Hayes
18
Team Assists
Veronica Burton
6
Consensus Pool
Closed Poll
Circle Crowd Pick Meter
Golden State Valkyries (55.9%)
Portland Fire (44.1%)
Total Submissions: 81 circles
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