The Minnesota Lynx beat the Golden State Valkyries twice in late August. Minnesota won 77-66 on Aug. 19. The teams faced off again Aug. 24 at Target Center. Minnesota held the top seed. They had not lost to Golden State yet. Courtney Williams sat out. Her right foot was hurt. Without Williams in action, Minnesota was unable to get the top seed in the matchup.
Minnesota jumped ahead 2-0 near the start of the first quarter. The WNBA sent out a game summary the next day. Viewing guides circulated before the Aug. 24 game.