Model Predictions
| Model | Minnesota Lynx | Golden State Valkyries | Spread | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elo | 44.1% | 55.9% | - | ✗ |
| Bradley-Terry | 48.3% | 51.7% | - | ✗ |
| Margin | 50.4% | 49.6% | -0.1 | ✓ (5.9 off) |
| Pythagorean | 49.5% | 50.5% | - | ✗ |
Actual: Golden State Valkyries -6 (75-81). Predictions use season-end ratings.