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With the WNBA Playoffs rapidly approaching, teams near the No. 8 seed need every win they can to shore up their spot. Two teams on the cusp will battle it out on Thursday, as the current No. 8-seeded Washington Mystics (13-13) welcome the No. 9-seeded Golden State Valkyries (12-13) to CareFirst Arena.
Kayla Thornton #5 of the Golden State Valkyries is guarded by Sonia Citron #22 of the Washington Mystics during the second half at Chase Center on May 21, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
Kayla Thornton #5 of the Golden State Valkyries is guarded by Sonia Citron #22 of the Washington Mystics during the second half at Chase Center on May 21, 2025 in San Francisco, California.
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How to Watch Golden State Valkyries vs Washington MysticsWhen: Thursday, July 31, 2025Time: 7:30 PM ETWhere: CareFirst ArenaTV Channel: KMAXLive Stream: Fubo (Watch now!)
The Valkyries are coming off a solid road win, a 77-75 decision over the Atlanta Dream. The bench proved to be the difference maker, with Cecilia Zandalasni leading the team with 18 points off the bench, alongside fellow reserve Carla Leite, who scored 12. For starters, Tiffany Hayes led the charge, with 15 points, five assists, and two steals.
Washington has won two of their last three, including a 103-86 rout of the Chicago Sky. Sonia Citron led all scorers with 28 points, with Kiki Iriafen adding 22 points, 10 rebounds, four assists, and two steals. Brittney Sykes did her part, dishing out six assists to go with 18 points.
The Valkyries won the first matchup of the season, a 76-74 win in Golden State.
Live stream Golden State Valkyries at Washington Mystics on Fubo: Watch now!
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