On Friday 25 September 2026, Los Angeles Sparks play Golden State Valkyries in the WNBA. Our model likes 2 bets here. The one it likes most is Over 159 Total Points, priced at -110 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

Over 159 Total Points (-110)

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The Los Angeles Sparks have been on a bit of a roll lately, winning four of their last six games and averaging a solid 85.7 points over their last 20 games. The Golden State Valkyries are no slouches either, winning eight of their last ten and scoring an average of 82.3 points per game this season. With both teams showing strong offensive form, the bet on total points going over 159 feels like a good option. However, it's important to note that the Sparks and Valkyries are closely matched in terms of overall performance. The Sparks have faced some challenges this season, and their recent record indicates they can be inconsistent. Still, with both teams able to put up big scores, this game has the potential to be high-scoring and exciting. It was priced at -110 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $19.10 if it lands. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

Los Angeles Sparks +13 on the Line (-141)

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The Golden State Valkyries are on a hot streak, winning their last six games, while the Los Angeles Sparks have also found some form, winning four of their last six. The Sparks score an average of 85.7 points per game, which is impressive, but they face a tough challenge against the Valkyries, who have been solid this season. Still, with the Sparks getting 13 points in this matchup, it seems like a good chance for them to keep it close. The biggest risk here is how well the Valkyries have been playing lately, making this a competitive game. It was priced at -141 when we wrote this, so a $10 bet returns $17.10 if it lands. The number next to the team is the handicap, and that team's score is adjusted by it before the bet is settled. This is an alternate line, so it is not the main number on the board and the price moves with it. The bookmakers have this as a slight favourite. Our model leans this way without loving it. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back it. And if this one does not feel right to you, skipping it is a perfectly good move.

That is how our model reads Los Angeles Sparks v Golden State Valkyries. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.

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