The Minnesota Lynx topped the Golden State Valkyries twice in late August. Minnesota won 77-66 on Aug. 19. The teams met again Aug. 24 at Target Center. Minnesota held the top seed. They remained unbeaten against Golden State yet. Courtney Williams missed the game. Her right foot was hurt. Without Williams in action, Minnesota was unable to clinch the top seed in that game.
Minnesota took the lead 2-0 early in the first quarter. The WNBA issued a game summary the next day. Viewing guides circulated before the Aug. 24 game.