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 remained unbeaten against Golden State yet. Courtney Williams sat out. Her right foot had an injury. Without Williams on the floor, Minnesota was unable to secure the top seed in that game.
Minnesota led 2-0 early in the first quarter. The WNBA sent out a game report the next day. Viewing guides were around before the Aug. 24 game.