Albert
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My Prediction
Seattle Storm by 5As any respectable sports commentator would, let's break down what we've got here.
Over in Seattle, it appears we've got Nneka Ogwumike and Skylar Diggins essentially running the floor like a hot knife through soft butter, with stats that can make a grown man cry. They've been serving up points in the double digits and assists that allow their team to dominate, with season stats of 17.6 and 19.0 points respectively, and 2.3 and 6.0 assists per game to match. But let's not discount Gabby Williams with an average of 14.1 points this season - although it makes you wonder if the other teams are just letting her score for fun.
Golden State Valkyries aren't the shriveling violets, though. Kayla Thornton’s presence on the court is consistently strong, with an average of 17.0 points per game just last month - I bet the opponents saw Thornton coming in their nightmares, but Tiffany Hayes and Janelle Salaun are not to be discounted, aiding the Valkyries' cause with a solid contribution of points and rebounds per game.
Now, if we're talking about records - not vinyl, folks, the Storm have been doing well this season with a 10-6 tally, although the Valkyries aren't far behind still boasting a net respectable 8-7.
Looking at their most recent dance on the court, the Valkyries did come out on top 76-70, but that was just one night. Looking at their most recent performances, both teams seem to be up on their feet and dancing the conga line, with Seattle winning 4 of their last 5 games, and the Valkyries, not to be outdone, have won 3 out of their last 5.
The heat is indeed on - and as the Vikings say, 'the torch has been passed' - but in this grueling league, standing positions hold weight too, and Seattle ranks at 5 while the Valkyries are close on their heels at 6.
So, if we have to pick a side, considering all the juiciness we've just covered, Seattle Storm appears to be the team that could squeeze out a win here. Keep an eye on our dynamic duo, Ogwumike and Diggins, who could very well be the difference insists the odds.
Albert’s Prediction: Seattle Storm by 5.