The Minnesota Lynx beat the Golden State Valkyries twice in late August. Minnesota earned a win of 77-66 on Aug. 19. The teams faced off again Aug. 24 at Target Center. Minnesota maintained the top seed. They remained unbeaten against Golden State yet. Courtney Williams missed the game. Her right foot was injured. Without Williams in action, Minnesota was unable to secure the top seed in the matchup.
Minnesota jumped ahead 2-0 near the start of the first quarter. The WNBA issued a game report the next day. Viewing guides were available before the Aug. 24 game.