The Minnesota Lynx beat the Golden State Valkyries twice in late August. Minnesota claimed a victory by 77-66 on Aug. 19. The teams faced off again Aug. 24 at Target Center. Minnesota retained the top seed. They had not lost to Golden State yet. Courtney Williams was sidelined. Her right foot was injured. Without Williams on the court, Minnesota could not secure the top seed in that contest.
Minnesota jumped ahead 2-0 near the start of the first quarter. The WNBA issued a game summary the next day. Viewing guides were around before the Aug. 24 game.