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Golden State at Indiana

May 22, 2026
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The Fever drew tremendous publicity because of Caitlin Clark. But the Golden State Warriors may be the most underrated team in the WNBA. The Valkyries went 28-17-1 (62 percent) ATS in their inaugural season last year, making the playoffs, and are 3-1 SU and ATS this season. They just held the Liberty 30 points below their season average in an 87-70 road victory this past Thursday. Indiana defeated expansion Portland, 90-73, at home this past Wednesday. The Fever needed an easy opponent because they already have controversy surrounding their usage of Clark, who was ruled out with a back injury less than two hours before tipoff against Portland. Indiana is 3-2, with wins over Portland, Seattle, and LA. Those three teams have a combined record of 5-10. None of them has a winning mark. Golden State doesn't come close to Indiana's star power. But the Valkyries are well coached and have a deep roster. They are the top defensive team in the league, giving up an average of 74.5 points per game. That is 17 points fewer than what the Fever allow per game. Take the points with the Valkyries and take the Valkyries on the moneyline.

2 units on Golden State +6.5 (-108) (risk 2 to return 3.85)
Result:
LOSS
1 unit on Golden State +215 (moneyline) (risk 1 to return 3.15)
Result:
LOSS
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Golden State Valkyries
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82
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90
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