The Minnesota Lynx defeated the Golden State Valkyries twice in late August. Minnesota earned a win of 77-66 on Aug. 19. The teams clashed again Aug. 24 at Target Center. Minnesota retained the top seed. They were undefeated against Golden State yet. Courtney Williams sat out. Her right foot had an injury. Without Williams in action, Minnesota failed to get the top seed in that contest.
Minnesota jumped ahead 2-0 during the start of the first quarter. The WNBA sent out a game summary the next day. Viewing guides circulated before the Aug. 24 game.