WNBA action on Wednesday evening, and we will see the Atlanta Dream invade the Chase Center to grapple with the Golden State Valkyries in a key interconference clash. Atlanta comes in with the best record in the Eastern Conference at 12-4, and they are off a 94-87 home win over Toronto. The Valkyries check in off a 92-73 loss at Las Vegas to fall to 10-7 on the year. Let’s break down this Dream vs Valkyries matchup and see how it plays out.
Dream vs Valkyries: Prediction, Preview, Odds for June 24
Current Odds
Dream -1; Over/Under 164.5
Atlanta Dream Team Notes
Atlanta arrives in San Francisco playing some of its best basketball of the season after their fourth straight victory. Rhyne Howard scored 20 points with five threes against the Tempo, while Allisha Gray added 18 and Jordin Canada handed out 13 assists. Angel Reese posted 11 points and nine rebounds, and the Dream shot 44% from the field. Atlanta’s offense has been explosive during their winning streak, averaging 104.3 points over the last four games.
Offensively, Atlanta averages 90.4 points per game and shoots 44.6% from the field. Gray leads the team at 19.5 points per game, while Howard adds 19.1 with strong perimeter volume. Reese contributes 15.0 points and 11.8 rebounds per game, giving Atlanta one of the league’s most productive frontcourt anchors. The Dream also shoot 33.9% from three and generate 20.4 assists per game. Their balance and pace have made them one of the toughest teams to guard during this recent surge.
Defensively, Atlanta allows 83.3 points per game and holds opponents to 46.7 percent shooting. The Dream’s biggest strength is rebounding, as they average 35.8 boards per game and lead the league in offensive rebounds at 11.2 per game. Reese and Naz Hillmon anchor the interior, while Howard and Gray pressure ballhandlers on the perimeter. Atlanta also forces 12.4 turnovers per game. Its challenge in this matchup will be defending Golden State’s three‑point volume, as the Valkyries attempt more than 31 threes per game.
For Atlanta to take the first game of this two‑game set, it must control the glass and avoid giving Golden State clean perimeter looks. The Dream’s offense should generate consistent scoring, but they must also limit turnovers to prevent transition opportunities. If they maintain their recent pace and keep the Valkyries off the offensive boards, they can continue their strong run and set the tone for Friday’s rematch.
Golden State Valkyries Team Notes
Golden State returns home after a difficult loss at Las Vegas, a game where they struggled to match the Aces’ efficiency. Cecilia Zandalasini scored 12 points on 6‑of‑9 shooting, while Gabby Williams added 10. Kaila Charles and Laeticia Amihere combined for 17 points off the bench, but the Valkyries shot just 17% from three and allowed Las Vegas to shoot 62%. The loss marked Golden State’s second straight defeat. The Valkyries remain 7-3 at home, where their defense has been far more reliable.
Offensively, Golden State averages 83.8 points per game and shoots 40.6% from the field. Williams leads the team at 15.9 points per game, while Janelle Salaün adds 13.2 with strong perimeter volume. Veronica Burton contributes 12.8 points and 5.4 assists per game, giving the Valkyries a steady lead guard. Golden State attempts 31.5 threes per game and hits 35.3%, one of the highest volumes in the league. When the Valkyries’ perimeter attack is clicking, they can score in bunches.
Defensively, Golden State allows 79.4 points per game and holds opponents to 43.1% shooting. The Valkyries’ three‑point defense has been strong, limiting teams to 37.6 percent from deep, and they average 34.2 rebounds per game. Kiah Stokes anchors the interior with 4.9 rebounds per game, while Kayla Thornton and Williams contribute on the glass as well. The Valkyries also force 10.2 turnovers per game. Their biggest issue in the loss to Las Vegas was transition defense, as they struggled to match the Aces’ pace and spacing.
For Golden State to bounce back, the Valkyries must tighten their perimeter defense and avoid giving the Dream rhythm threes. Atlanta’s rebounding strength will also test Golden State’s frontcourt, so boxing out and limiting second‑chance points will be essential. If the Valkyries can control tempo and keep the Dream out of transition, they can leverage their home‑court shooting advantage and make this a competitive matchup.
Dream vs Valkyries Predictions
Atlanta -1.5 is the right play because the Dream’s current form is simply overwhelming. They’re attacking early in possessions, pushing pace and forcing opponents to match their tempo for four quarters. The Valkyries have dropped two straight and just surrendered 92 points to the Aces, which doesn’t help their case against a team scoring at this level. Atlanta’s confidence is sky‑high, and its perimeter spacing has opened the floor in ways that travel well. With momentum and matchup advantages, the Dream should be positioned to take control late.
The Over 164.5 fits the way both teams trend when the pace rises. Atlanta has averaged 104.3 points during their four‑game surge, and its road scoring has been strong all season. Golden State typically plays faster at home and has averaged 85.2 points in this building. Atlanta’s recent defensive numbers also point toward a higher total, as the Dream have allowed 93 points per game across their last five. When both teams lean into tempo, possessions stack quickly, and the scoreboard usually follows.
The combination of Atlanta and the Over works because the projected flow favors offense on both ends. Golden State shoots better at home, and Atlanta rarely slows down unless forced into half‑court battles. This matchup doesn’t lean that direction. Instead, it sets up as a game where both teams get clean looks early in the clock, and the more efficient offense pulls away. With Atlanta’s rhythm and Golden State’s home scoring bump, the spread and total complement each other naturally.
Final Predictions: Atlanta -1.5 & Over 164.5
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