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Phoenix Mercury vs Golden State Valkyries

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 — WNBA Prediction & Pick

Our model leans Golden State Valkyries
moderate lean

The model leans Golden State Valkyries primarily because of advantages in Baseline Matchup and Recent Form & Momentum. The model's lean aligns with the overall matchup edge count (2 categories favoring Golden State Valkyries vs 0 for Phoenix Mercury), reinforcing the pick.

Matchup Breakdown

Baseline Matchup — leans Golden State Valkyries

Looking at offensive and defensive ratings, pace, and net rating, the Golden State Valkyries hold an advantage.

Recent Form & Momentum — leans Golden State Valkyries

Evaluating recent performance trends over the last several games — including scoring efficiency and defensive intensity — the Golden State Valkyries hold an advantage.

Final Score

Phoenix Mercury 81, Golden State Valkyries 87 — Golden State Valkyries win — Model pick was correct

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