Valkyries Finally Break Through 80-66 | Game Highlights at Minnesota Lynx | August 24, 2026

The Golden State Valkyries finally ended their nine-game losing streak against the Minnesota Lynx with a dominant 80- 66 road win in Minneapolis, setting the tone early and pulling away in the fourth quarter. The victory represented Golden State's best game in franchise history and marked the first time in their two-year existence that the Valkyries have beaten the top-seeded Lynx. Golden State has now beaten every team in the league at least once.

Cecilia Zandalasini led the way with 18 points on solid shooting, while Gabby Williams added 15. Veronica Burton and Tiffany Hayes each contributed 14 points, and Janelle Salaün chipped in 12 as four different Valkyries scored in double figures. The Valkyries held Napheesa Collier, who averaged 19 points per game, to just nine points through elite defensive focus and attention to detail.

Golden State led 17- 16 after the first quarter and 34-32 at halftime, establishing early intensity with alternating man-to-man and zone defenses. The Valkyries pushed the lead to 55- 48 entering the fourth quarter, then used a prolific scoring start to the period to stretch the advantage to double digits multiple times. Minnesota, playing without star Courtney Williams due to injury, removed its starters with about four minutes remaining.

The win came after Golden State had dropped two straight games, including a road loss to Minnesota and a three-point defeat in Chicago, leaving some to question whether the Valkyries could compete for a championship. This statement victory answered that.

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Golden State Valkyries | WNBA | Game Recap | Cecilia Zandalasini, Gabby Williams, Veronica Burton | Minnesota Lynx | 2026