Valkyries Can Clinch Playoffs Against Shorthanded Wings
Golden State can clinch playoff spot against shorthanded Dallas Wings, who'll be missing All-Star Jessica Shepard and No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd.
The update
The Golden State Valkyries (24-9) can clinch a playoff spot Monday night when they host the Dallas Wings (20-15). The Wings have lost four of their last five games and will be without All-Star Jessica Shepard (ankle) and No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd (knee). The Valkyries have won five straight games and are the hottest team in the WNBA.
Why it matters
This matchup could serve as a first-round playoff preview. The Valkyries are currently No. 2 in the overall standings, while the Wings sit at eighth. The teams have split two meetings this season, with Golden State winning both.
What to watch
Will the Valkyries secure their playoff spot? How will the Wings perform without two key players? Can Paige Bueckers lead Dallas to an upset?
Sources
- cbssports.com — matchup details and team information
- The Big Lead — injury report and team standings
