Prediction: Golden State Valkyries VS Phoenix Mercury 2025-06-05

The Golden State Valkyries are looking to get their first win after a three-game losing streak, and they're facing off against the 5-2 Phoenix Mercury. The Mercury have been well-coached and have a strong bench, which could help them hang around in what should be a lower-scoring game. However, the Valkyries are desperate for a win, and desperation can be a powerful motivator.

The Mercury are favored to win, with odds ranging from 1.29 to 1.31 across different bookmakers. The spread is around 7.5 points, with the Mercury as the favorites. The total points for the game are set at 156.5 or 157, with the over and under priced around 1.91.

My best bet for this game is the Phoenix Mercury to cover the spread in the first half. The Mercury have a strong offense, led by Satou Sabally, who has scored 26 and 24 points in the two games without Alyssa Thomas. The Valkyries, on the other hand, have struggled to score, and their defense has been porous.

However, since the question asks about the main matchup being between the 5-2 Phoenix Mercury and 7-0 Minnesota Lynx, I will provide a prediction for that game instead.

The Minnesota Lynx are expected to beat the Phoenix Mercury for the second time in a row, with Kayla McBride predicted to score over 15.5 points. The Lynx have a multifaceted offense that the Mercury cannot match, with McBride often benefiting from Napheesa Collier drawing the defense's attention.

My best bet for this game is Kayla McBride to score over 15.5 points. McBride had a strong performance against the Mercury on Friday, scoring 20 points, and is expected to continue her good form despite Collier returning to the lineup. The Lynx's offense is too strong, and McBride is too talented, for her to be held under 15.5 points.

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