Unveiling the Untold Secrets Behind the Shocking "Total Is Too Low" Verdict for Aces and Valkyries

Ever wonder if a team’s soul can be measured by its hustle, hustle that sometimes just doesn’t translate to wins? Tonight’s WNBA showdown between the seasoned Aces and the ambitious Valkyries might just answer that question. The Aces, clutching two titles in three years, now look like they’re fiddling while their championship window creaks – thanks to some puzzling roster moves and defensive blunders. Meanwhile, the Valkyries, fresh-faced but fierce, have turned their home court into something of a fortress, balancing scoring and defense like a pro basketball orchestra. As lines shift and underdogs roar, I’m tethered between the allure of a home-team streak and the stats whispering “over.” So, is this the night the Valkyries finally upend the old guard or will the Aces clutch victory like old times? Let’s dive in and find out. LEARN MORE.

Aces vs. Valkyries, 10:00 ET

I haven’t had a WNBA look in a little while, and with just one game on the slate today, I was able to spend a little more time on it. I found a nice angle for the game and think we should get a win. This has been a solid season overall in the WNBA, but I think there are still more units for the taking tonight. Also, before we get into the game, I think betting on the Lynx to win the championship is the right bet. Thanks to Collier’s injury, you’re getting a decent value at almost 2:1. Now, let’s get into the game between the Aces and the Valkyries.

The Aces have won two of the past three championships. Last year, they lost in the playoffs to the eventual champion, Liberty. Unfortunately for the Aces, the problem is that they have taken another step back this year. You have to wonder if the championship window is closed. Despite having one of the best players in the game in A’ja Wilson, the team is struggling to a 15-14 record. Jackie Young is giving help to the squad, but you have to wonder if the team made a mistake by trading away Kelsey Plum. I look at the roster and am not quite sure what the team is missing overall. Looking at the statistics, clearly, the team is struggling to manage on defense. Wilson is a known great defender and has been the Defensive Player of the Year a few times, but the team is allowing 83.1 points per game.

The Valkyries are in their inaugural season, and they are putting together a respectable campaign. It is possible they have one of the best home-court advantages in all of basketball. Golden State has actually sold out their home games and is one of only a few teams in the league to accomplish that feat. For the season, the team is 8-4 for the year. Overall, the Valkyries have had a lot of balance on the season – they have an even mark for their wins, they are scoring 78.1 points per game, and allowing 78.5 points per game to opponents. Outside of their last game, also against the Aces, they have allowed few points. Over the last five games, they allowed 95 or more points in their two losses, and they have allowed 75 or fewer in the past three wins. Even the team scoring has been pretty balanced, with four players at 10 points per game or more. Another handful are averaging almost eight points per game for them as well. That can make defenses struggle when there is movement of the ball and multiple players are involved. Â

This is another game that seems like the line is a bit too low. Overall, this is the fourth game between the two teams. The home team has won each game, but I think the Aces pull this out. I wouldn’t be surprised to see them cover the game either. The line is moving toward the Valkyries, and the total is going to the under, so I’m a bit concerned about playing the Aces. The Valkyrie have done a good job against Wilson this season, but all three games would’ve gone over today’s total. I think it goes over again. Back the over.Â

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