Valkyries vs. Lynx prediction: Why Minnesota is favored to win Game 1 [2025 WNBA Playoffs]

The Minnesota Lynx and Golden State Valkyries are scheduled to meet in Game 1 of the WNBA Playoffs at Target Center on Sunday, with tipoff at 1:00PM ET.

Based on updated simulation results, Dimers' advanced WNBA model projects the Lynx as the most likely winner of Game 1.

"Using the most recent data, our experts ran 10,000 simulations of Sunday's Valkyries-Lynx game," said Dimers' Chief Content Officer, Nick Slade.

"After accounting for recent updates and other variables, our prediction shows the Lynx with a win probability of 83%, while the Valkyries have 17%."

The Lynx, with star players such as Napheesa Collier, Kayla McBride and Courtney Williams, are set to take on the Valkyries, featuring Janelle Salaun, Veronica Burton and Cecilia Zandalasini.

For expanded analysis of Sunday's matchup, including best bets and player prop picks, visit our interactive Valkyries vs. Lynx predictions page.

Lynx vs. Valkyries prediction: Who will win Game 1?

Using trusted machine learning and statistical analysis, we have simulated the result of Sunday's WNBA game between the Valkyries and Lynx 10,000 times as part of our WNBA predictions coverage.

Our independent predictive model gives the Lynx an 83% chance of defeating the Valkyries in Game 1 of the series.

According to our model, the Valkyries (+13.5) have a 64% chance of covering the spread, while the 148.5-point over/under has a 73% chance of going over.

Valkyries vs. Lynx Game 1 odds

We have sourced the best WNBA odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Valkyries	Lynx
Spread	+13.5 (-112)	-13.5 (-105)
Moneyline	+710	-1000
Total	o148.5 (-108)	u148.5 (-105)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

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Valkyries vs. Lynx picks and best bets for Game 1

Our model's strongest edge in today's Valkyries vs. Lynx matchup is on the spread.

Our expert predictions, matched against the best odds, reveal the best WNBA picks and WNBA best bets for every game throughout the season.

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Valkyries vs. Lynx Game 1 player props

WNBA prop bets are a popular way to wager on the Golden State vs. Minnesota matchup without necessarily betting on the outcome. We use the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.

Janelle Salaun is expected to lead the Valkyries in scoring, while Napheesa Collier is projected to be the top scorer for the Lynx.

Dimers Pro users can access a full range of player props and projected box scores, including points, assists, rebounds and more, for every WNBA game this season.

Valkyries vs. Lynx Game 1 updates and essential details

Sunday's Game 1 between the Lynx and Valkyries at Target Center is scheduled to begin at 1:00PM ET.

• Who: Golden State Valkyries vs. Minnesota Lynx
• Date: Sunday, September 14, 2025
• Time: 1:00PM ET/10:00AM PT
• Venue: Target Center

Dimers' in-depth preview of Sunday's Valkyries vs. Lynx matchup includes our prediction, picks and the latest betting odds.

Before making any Valkyries vs. Lynx picks, be sure to check out the latest WNBA predictions and betting advice from Dimers Pro.

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Conclusion

We predict the Lynx, with an 83% win probability, will likely beat the Valkyries on Sunday.

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