The Golden State Valkyries extended their impressive run with a 74-69 victory over the Washington Mystics in a WNBA contest held at Chase Center. The win marked the Valkyries’ 13th triumph in 15 games and prolonged their home winning streak to 11, maintaining a sellout streak that has persisted since the team’s inaugural season last year.

Shakira Austin led Washington with a double-double, posting 18 points and 16 rebounds. The Mystics continued to demonstrate their strength on the boards, having recorded 45 rebounds, including 19 offensive rebounds—the WNBA season high—in their previous game. Washington remains the league’s leader in rebounding despite the loss.

Defensively, the Valkyries have been dominant throughout the season, entering the matchup with the lowest points allowed per game in the WNBA, averaging 76.1. Over their last five games, that figure has dropped to just 69.2 points per contest. Their defensive prowess has contributed to a top-ranked rating in the Western Conference.

A critical moment in the game occurred after the Mystics led 18-10 in the late stages of the first quarter, when Golden State responded with a decisive 23-6 run to seize momentum and carry a 33-28 lead into halftime. Valkyries coach Natalie Nakase acknowledged the team’s strong showing but stressed that there remains room for greater aggressiveness moving forward.

The two teams are scheduled to face each other again at Chase Center before the WNBA All-Star break, offering Washington a chance to challenge Golden State’s home dominance. The game statistics highlighted notable performances and shooting percentages for both squads.

Additional coverage from the day included updates on the WNBA and NBA Summer League schedules and results, as well as standings and transactions across several sports leagues, including Major League Baseball and the National Hockey League.