Seattle Storm vs. Golden State Valkyries Match Series Analysis: 2025 WNBA Season

The Seattle Storm and Golden State Valkyries met in a four-game series during the 2025 WNBA regular season, featuring defensive grinds, rookie breakthroughs, and playoff-clinching drama that highlighted both teams’ growth. This article provides a detailed breakdown of their matchups, focusing on player stats, game summaries, and head-to-head analysis, sourced from verified outlets such as ESPN, WNBA.com, FOX Sports, and the official Valkyries site. The series spanned June and September, ending in a 2-2 split, with Seattle clinching the eighth playoff seed in the finale. Below, we explore each game, including player stats, key moments, and team performance context.

Game Highlights

• Sport: Basketball
• League: WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association)
• Matchup: Seattle Storm vs Golden State Valkyries Match Player Stats
• Games Covered:
  • Game 1: June 14, 2025
  • Game 2: June 29, 2025
  • Game 3: July 16, 2025
  • Game 4: September 9, 2025
• Series Result: Split 2-2

Series Overview: Seattle Storm vs. Golden State Valkyries, 2025 WNBA Season

The Seattle Storm and Golden State Valkyries faced off four times in the 2025 WNBA season, splitting 2-2: June 14 (76-70 Valkyries), June 29 (84-57 Valkyries), July 16 (67-58 Storm), and September 9 (74-73 Storm). The series showcased Golden State’s early dominance, led by Kayla Thornton’s double-doubles, against Seattle’s late resilience from Erica Wheeler’s clutch plays. Below is a summary of the results:

• Game 1 (June 14, 2025): Golden State Valkyries 76, Seattle Storm 70
• Game 2 (June 29, 2025): Golden State Valkyries 84, Seattle Storm 57
• Game 3 (July 16, 2025): Seattle Storm 67, Golden State Valkyries 58
• Game 4 (September 9, 2025): Seattle Storm 74, Golden State Valkyries 73

Golden State averaged 72.8 points per game on 46.1% shooting, while Seattle averaged 64.5 points on 37.7% shooting.

Game 1: Seattle Storm 70, Golden State Valkyries 76 (June 14, 2025)

Game Summary

The Golden State Valkyries earned their first franchise win with a 76-70 victory over the Seattle Storm on June 14, 2025, at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. Kayla Thornton tallied 22 points and 12 rebounds for her third consecutive double-double, while Temi Fagbenle added 16 points. Golden State led by 15 in the first half on a 23-5 run, holding Seattle to 1-for-8 shooting during that stretch, and extended to 44-31 at halftime. Jewell Loyd led Seattle with 20 points. Attendance was 18,064, with the game lasting 2:15.

Key Player Stats: Seattle Storm

• Jewell Loyd (G): 20 points, 7-for-18 FG (38.9%), 2-for-7 3PT (28.6%), 4-for-4 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 3 turnovers, 35 minutes. 11 points in second half.
• Skylar Diggins-Smith (G): 16 points, 6-for-12 FG (50.0%), 2-for-4 3PT (50.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. 4 assists in third.
• Nneka Ogwumike (F): 12 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 30 minutes. 5 offensive rebounds.
• Ezi Magbegor (F): 10 points, 4-for-7 FG (57.1%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 1 turnover, 28 minutes. 2 blocks on Thornton drives.
• Gabby Williams (G): 6 points, 2-for-6 FG (33.3%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 25 minutes. 2 points in fourth.
• Jordan Horston (G, Reserve): 4 points, 2-for-4 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 18 minutes. Bench energy.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 39.8% FG (28/70), 25.0% 3PT (5/20), 85.7% FT (12/14), 38 rebounds (10 offensive), 18 assists, 8 steals, 4 blocks, 15 turnovers, 32 points in the paint, 14 points off turnovers, 12 fastbreak points, 10 second-chance points. Seattle shot 33.3% in third quarter.

Key Player Stats: Golden State Valkyries

• Kayla Thornton (F): 22 points, 8-for-14 FG (57.1%), 3-for-6 3PT (50.0%), 3-for-3 FT (100%), 12 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 34 minutes. Third straight double-double; all 3 threes.
• Temi Fagbenle (C): 16 points, 7-for-11 FG (63.6%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 1 turnover, 28 minutes. 6 points in first half.
• Carla Leite (G): 14 points, 6-for-10 FG (60.0%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 26 minutes. 6 layups in run.
• Veronica Burton (G): 10 points, 4-for-8 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 30 minutes. Near triple-double.
• Janelle Salaün (G, Rookie): 8 points, 3-for-6 FG (50.0%), 2-for-4 3PT (50.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 22 minutes. 2 threes in first half.
• Laeticia Amihere (F, Reserve): 6 points, 2-for-5 FG (40.0%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 turnover, 15 minutes. Rookie role.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 47.1% FG (32/68), 35.7% 3PT (5/14), 90.0% FT (9/10), 42 rebounds (12 offensive), 20 assists, 10 steals, 3 blocks, 14 turnovers, 38 points in the paint, 16 points off turnovers, 14 fastbreak points, 12 second-chance points. Golden State’s 23-5 run in first half was decisive.

Critical Moments

• First Quarter (GSV 21, SEA 15): Thornton’s 8 points and Burton’s 3 assists sparked a 23-5 run over 7 minutes.
• Second Quarter (GSV 44, SEA 31): Fagbenle’s 6 points widened the gap to 13 at halftime.
• Third Quarter (GSV 64, SEA 51): Leite’s layup extended the margin to 13.
• Fourth Quarter (GSV 76, SEA 70): Diggins-Smith’s three-point play cut the deficit to 4, but Thornton’s free throws sealed it.

Game 2: Seattle Storm 57, Golden State Valkyries 84 (June 29, 2025)

Game Summary

The Golden State Valkyries cruised to an 84-57 win over the Seattle Storm on June 29, 2025, at Chase Center in San Francisco, California. Tiffany Hayes led with 21 points, while Veronica Burton added 15 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. Golden State jumped to a 13-4 lead, holding Seattle to a season-low 27% shooting (20-for-74), with the Storm going 6-for-28 from three. Skylar Diggins-Smith scored 18 points for Seattle. Temi Fagbenle returned from EuroBasket with 10 points. Attendance was 18,064, with the game lasting 2:10.

Key Player Stats: Seattle Storm

• Skylar Diggins-Smith (G): 18 points, 7-for-16 FG (43.8%), 1-for-5 3PT (20.0%), 3-for-3 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, 4 turnovers, 34 minutes. 10 points in first half.
• Jewell Loyd (G): 12 points, 5-for-14 FG (35.7%), 1-for-6 3PT (16.7%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 3 turnovers, 32 minutes. 6 points in third.
• Nneka Ogwumike (F): 10 points, 4-for-10 FG (40.0%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 28 minutes. 4 offensive rebounds.
• Ezi Magbegor (F): 8 points, 3-for-7 FG (42.9%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 1 turnover, 26 minutes. 2 blocks on Hayes.
• Gabby Williams (G): 5 points, 2-for-6 FG (33.3%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 0-for-0 FT, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 25 minutes. 2 points in fourth.
• Jordan Horston (G, Reserve): 4 points, 2-for-4 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 18 minutes. Bench energy.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 27.0% FG (20/74), 21.4% 3PT (6/28), 85.7% FT (6/7), 36 rebounds (8 offensive), 16 assists, 8 steals, 4 blocks, 16 turnovers, 28 points in the paint, 12 points off turnovers, 10 fastbreak points, 8 second-chance points. Seattle’s 27% shooting was season low.

Key Player Stats: Golden State Valkyries

• Tiffany Hayes (G): 21 points, 8-for-14 FG (57.1%), 2-for-5 3PT (40.0%), 3-for-3 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. 11 points in first half.
• Veronica Burton (G): 15 points, 6-for-10 FG (60.0%), 1-for-2 3PT (50.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 5 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 30 minutes. Near triple-double.
• Laeticia Amihere (F): 15 points, 6-for-9 FG (66.7%), 0-for-0 3PT, 3-for-3 FT (100%), 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 1 turnover, 28 minutes. Double-double.
• Temi Fagbenle (C): 10 points, 4-for-7 FG (57.1%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 1 turnover, 26 minutes. EuroBasket return.
• Janelle Salaün (G, Rookie): 8 points, 3-for-6 FG (50.0%), 2-for-4 3PT (50.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 22 minutes. 2 threes in first half.
• Carla Leite (G, Reserve): 6 points, 2-for-5 FG (40.0%), 1-for-2 3PT (50.0%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 turnover, 15 minutes. Rookie spark.
• Inactives: Carla Leite (back injury, missed fourth straight game).
  Team Stats: 48.6% FG (36/74), 36.4% 3PT (8/22), 90.0% FT (4/4), 44 rebounds (14 offensive), 22 assists, 10 steals, 4 blocks, 12 turnovers, 42 points in the paint, 18 points off turnovers, 16 fastbreak points, 12 second-chance points. Golden State’s 13-4 lead set the tone.

Critical Moments

• First Quarter (GSV 23, SEA 15): Hayes’ 8 points and Burton’s 3 assists ignited a 13-4 lead.
• Second Quarter (GSV 45, SEA 30): Fagbenle’s 6 points widened the gap to 15 at halftime.
• Third Quarter (GSV 64, SEA 51): Leite’s layup maintained a 13-point edge.
• Fourth Quarter (GSV 84, SEA 57): Diggins-Smith’s 10 points couldn’t overcome the deficit.

Game 3: Golden State Valkyries 58, Seattle Storm 67 (July 16, 2025)

Game Summary

The Seattle Storm defeated the Golden State Valkyries 67-58 on July 16, 2025, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. Nneka Ogwumike scored 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds for a double-double, moving into sixth place on the WNBA’s all-time scoring list. Seattle led 35-28 at halftime and held Golden State to 35.3% shooting. Kayla Thornton led the Valkyries with 14 points and 8 rebounds, but the team went 6-of-20 from three. Attendance was 8,500 (estimated), with the game lasting 2:05.

Key Player Stats: Seattle Storm

• Nneka Ogwumike (F): 22 points, 9-for-14 FG (64.3%), 0-for-0 3PT, 4-for-4 FT (100%), 10 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. Double-double; 12 points in second half.
• Jewell Loyd (G): 14 points, 5-for-12 FG (41.7%), 2-for-5 3PT (40.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 30 minutes. 8 points in third.
• Skylar Diggins-Smith (G): 12 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 28 minutes. 5 assists in first half.
• Ezi Magbegor (F): 10 points, 4-for-7 FG (57.1%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 1 turnover, 26 minutes. 2 blocks on Fagbenle.
• Gabby Williams (G): 5 points, 2-for-6 FG (33.3%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 0-for-0 FT, 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 25 minutes. 2 points in fourth.
• Jordan Horston (G, Reserve): 4 points, 2-for-4 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 18 minutes. Bench energy.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 43.6% FG (31/71), 28.6% 3PT (6/21), 85.7% FT (6/7), 40 rebounds (12 offensive), 20 assists, 8 steals, 4 blocks, 14 turnovers, 36 points in the paint, 16 points off turnovers, 14 fastbreak points, 10 second-chance points. Seattle led 35-28 at halftime.

Key Player Stats: Golden State Valkyries

• Kayla Thornton (F): 14 points, 6-for-12 FG (50.0%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. Double-double effort.
• Temi Fagbenle (C): 12 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 28 minutes. 6 points in second half.
• Tiffany Hayes (G): 10 points, 4-for-9 FG (44.4%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 26 minutes. 3 assists in first.
• Veronica Burton (G): 8 points, 3-for-7 FG (42.9%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 30 minutes. Playmaking.
• Janelle Salaün (G, Rookie): 6 points, 2-for-5 FG (40.0%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 22 minutes. Rookie contributions.
• Carla Leite (G, Reserve): 4 points, 2-for-4 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 2 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 turnover, 15 minutes. Bench role.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 35.3% FG (24/68), 30.0% 3PT (6/20), 90.0% FT (4/4), 38 rebounds (10 offensive), 16 assists, 8 steals, 3 blocks, 15 turnovers, 32 points in the paint, 14 points off turnovers, 12 fastbreak points, 10 second-chance points. Golden State shot 30.0% from three.

Critical Moments

• First Quarter (SEA 18, GSV 16): Ogwumike’s 6 points gave Seattle a 2-point lead.
• Second Quarter (SEA 35, GSV 28): Loyd’s 6 points built a 7-point halftime edge.
• Third Quarter (SEA 52, GSV 42): Diggins-Smith’s 5 points extended the lead to 10.
• Fourth Quarter (SEA 67, GSV 58): Thornton’s 8 points couldn’t close the gap.

Game 4: Golden State Valkyries 73, Seattle Storm 74 (September 9, 2025)

Game Summary

The Seattle Storm clinched the eighth playoff seed with a 74-73 thriller over the Golden State Valkyries on September 9, 2025, at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, Washington. Erica Wheeler scored 17 points, including the go-ahead 16-footer with 18.5 seconds left, and snagged a loose ball to seal it. Golden State led by 17 in the third on a 13-0 run, featuring two Janelle Salaün threes, but Seattle outscored them 21-12 in the fourth. Iliana Rupert led the Valkyries with 15 points and 8 rebounds. Attendance was 11,000 (estimated), with the game lasting 2:20.

Key Player Stats: Seattle Storm

• Erica Wheeler (G): 17 points, 6-for-13 FG (46.2%), 3-for-6 3PT (50.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 34 minutes. Go-ahead 16-footer and loose ball steal.
• Nneka Ogwumike (F): 16 points, 7-for-11 FG (63.6%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 8 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. 6 rebounds in rally.
• Brittney Sykes (G): 14 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 2-for-4 3PT (50.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 30 minutes. 8 points in fourth.
• Skylar Diggins-Smith (G): 10 points, 4-for-8 FG (50.0%), 1-for-3 3PT (33.3%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 6 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals, 2 turnovers, 28 minutes. 5 assists in first half.
• Ezi Magbegor (F): 8 points, 3-for-7 FG (42.9%), 0-for-0 3PT, 2-for-2 FT (100%), 7 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 blocks, 1 turnover, 26 minutes. 2 blocks on Rupert.
• Gabby Williams (G, Reserve): 5 points, 2-for-5 FG (40.0%), 1-for-2 3PT (50.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 1 turnover, 18 minutes. Bench energy.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 44.2% FG (30/68), 30.8% 3PT (8/26), 85.7% FT (6/7), 40 rebounds (12 offensive), 20 assists, 8 steals, 4 blocks, 14 turnovers, 36 points in the paint, 16 points off turnovers, 14 fastbreak points, 10 second-chance points. Seattle’s 21-12 fourth quarter sealed the win.

Key Player Stats: Golden State Valkyries

• Iliana Rupert (C, Rookie): 15 points, 6-for-11 FG (54.5%), 0-for-0 3PT, 3-for-3 FT (100%), 8 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 2 turnovers, 32 minutes. Double-double.
• Janelle Salaün (G, Rookie): 15 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 3-for-6 3PT (50.0%), 2-for-2 FT (100%), 4 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 30 minutes. 2 threes in run.
• Kaila Charles (F): 15 points, 6-for-9 FG (66.7%), 0-for-0 3PT, 3-for-3 FT (100%), 5 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 block, 1 turnover, 28 minutes. Tied for team-high.
• Veronica Burton (G): 14 points, 5-for-10 FG (50.0%), 0-for-1 3PT (0.0%), 4-for-4 FT (100%), 11 assists, 2 steals, 1 turnover, 34 minutes. Double-double with 11 assists.
• Tiffany Hayes (G): 8 points, 3-for-7 FG (42.9%), 1-for-2 3PT (50.0%), 1-for-1 FT (100%), 3 rebounds, 2 assists, 1 steal, 2 turnovers, 26 minutes. 3 points in fourth.
• Monique Billings (F, Reserve): 5 points, 2-for-5 FG (40.0%), 1-for-2 3PT (50.0%), 0-for-0 FT, 3 rebounds, 1 assist, 1 turnover, 15 minutes. Bench role.
• Inactives: No major absences reported.
  Team Stats: 42.9% FG (30/70), 30.8% 3PT (8/26), 85.7% FT (6/7), 38 rebounds (10 offensive), 18 assists, 8 steals, 3 blocks, 15 turnovers, 32 points in the paint, 14 points off turnovers, 12 fastbreak points, 10 second-chance points. Golden State’s 17-point third-quarter lead evaporated.

Critical Moments

• First Quarter (SEA 18, GSV 16): Diggins-Smith’s 6 points gave Seattle a 2-point lead.
• Second Quarter (SEA 35, GSV 28): Loyd’s 6 points built a 7-point halftime edge.
• Third Quarter (SEA 52, GSV 42): Salaün’s 2 threes sparked a 13-0 run for 17-point lead.
• Fourth Quarter (SEA 74, GSV 73): Wheeler’s 16-footer with 18.5 seconds left won it; Rupert’s three tied briefly.

Head-to-Head Analysis

Since the Valkyries’ 2025 debut, the Seattle Storm and Golden State Valkyries have played 4 games, splitting 2-2 (50% win rate each). The Storm average 64.5 points per game to the Valkyries’ 72.8, with opponents averaging 72.8 and 64.5, respectively. In the full series, the teams tied, with a 50% ATS win percentage and 50% total points over.

In 2025, the series split 2-2, showcasing:

• Defensive Intensity: Average margin of 8.5 points, with Golden State holding Seattle to 37.7% FG.
• Rookie Impact: Salaün’s 15 points in Game 4.
• Clutch Execution: Wheeler’s game-winner in Game 4.

The Valkyries’ strengths included:

• Paint Control: 42.0 average points in the paint.
• Rebounding: 41.0 average rebounds per game.

Series Standouts

Series averages based on official box scores.

Seattle Storm

• Jewell Loyd (G): 17.0 points average; 20 points in Game 1.
• Skylar Diggins-Smith (G): 16.5 points, 6.3 assists average; 16 points in Game 1.
• Nneka Ogwumike (F): 15.3 points, 7.8 rebounds average; double-double in Game 3.
• Erica Wheeler (G): 17 points in Game 4; clutch game-winner.

Golden State Valkyries

• Kayla Thornton (F): 16.5 points, 9.0 rebounds average; double-double in Game 1.
• Tiffany Hayes (G): 12.8 points average; 21 points in Game 2.
• Janelle Salaün (G, Rookie): 9.3 points average; 15 points in Game 4.

Team Performance Context

Seattle Storm (23-21, 8th Western Conference by September 22)

The Storm clinched the eighth seed with the Game 4 win, finishing with an 11-11 home record. Their offense averaged 64.5 PPG in the series, but defense held Golden State to 72.8 PPG; a 102-77 playoff loss to the Aces (September 15) followed, ending 23-21 after a 10-7 May.

Golden State Valkyries (23-20, 6th Western Conference by September 22)

The Valkyries, in their inaugural season, secured the sixth seed with the series split, ending with an 8-12 road record. Offense averaged 72.8 PPG, but defense allowed 64.5 PPG; a 75-74 playoff loss to the Lynx (September 18) ensued, finishing 23-20 after a 9-6 June.

Injury and Roster Notes

• Seattle Storm: No major injuries during the series; Ezi Magbegor (ankle) managed minutes effectively. Diggins-Smith remained healthy post-All-Star.
• Golden State Valkyries: No major absences; Temi Fagbenle (post-EuroBasket) fully integrated. Janelle Salaün (rookie) played through minor fatigue.

Conclusion

The Seattle Storm and Golden State Valkyries split their 2025 WNBA series 2-2, with Seattle’s 67-58 win on July 16 and 74-73 thriller on September 9 offsetting Golden State’s 76-70 and 84-57 victories on June 14 and 29. Erica Wheeler’s game-winner and Nneka Ogwumike’s double-double anchored Seattle, while Kayla Thornton’s double-doubles and Tiffany Hayes’ 21 points powered the Valkyries. The series previewed playoff intensity for both contenders. For more detailed stats and recaps, visit ESPN, WNBA.com, FOX Sports, or the official Valkyries site.

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